Automotive Mechanic Interview Questions

16 Share an example where you overhauled or replaced carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps.
17 Tell me the last time you Installed and repaired accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers.
18 How difficult is it to repair manual and automatic transmissions?
19 Explain to me how to disassemble units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
20 How often do you plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience?
21 Tell me how you review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
22 Describe an experience when you repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating, engine-cooling, and electrical systems. Do you have much experience?
23 In your opinion, how often should people perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups on their vehicles?
24 Share an experience you had in dealing with a difficult person and how you handled the situation.
25 Share an experience in which your attention to detail and thoroughness had an impact on your last company.
26 Share an experience in which you conducted a test of a product, service, or process and successfully improved the quality or performance.
27 Provide an example when your ethics were tested.
28 Share an example of when you went above and beyond the "call of duty". (Look for answers that show the candidate is dependable.)
29 Tell me how you organize, plan, and prioritize your work.
30 Tell me about a time when you developed your own way of doing things or were self-motivated to finish an important task.