The job description of automotive maintenance covers conducting comprehensive inspections, diagnoses, and repairs on vehicles to ensure their safe operation and optimized performance. For new energy vehicles, additional expertise in maintenance and repair technologies for battery systems and electronic control units is required. Specific responsibilities include communicating with customers about fault symptoms, developing maintenance plans, replacing damaged parts (such as engine components or brake pads), and performing basic maintenance tasks like lubrication, tyre repairs, and charging. For career progression, experienced technicians can earn a monthly salary exceeding MYR 7,769, while entry-level personnel have a starting salary of around MYR 4,680. The industry places strong emphasis on hands-on skills and electronic diagnostic capabilities, with particularly growing demand in the field of new energy vehicle maintenance.
