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EV Service Technician

Inspect, diagnose and service electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers and cars, including batteries, motors and charging equipment.

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Electric vehicles

Skills to build

  • Electrical fundamentals, high-voltage safety and lockout procedures
  • Battery packs, battery management systems and thermal checks
  • Motors, controllers and diagnostic tools
  • Charging equipment, service records and customer communication

Roles and responsibilities

  • Inspect vehicles and record battery and system condition.
  • Diagnose faults with approved tools and service manuals.
  • Carry out authorized repairs and explain the work to customers.

How AI can help

Use diagnostic software that flags likely faults from battery and controller data, confirming each finding with tests.

Where people take responsibility

Technicians follow high-voltage safety rules, decide on repairs and remain responsible for vehicle safety.

Suggested preparation

An ITI or diploma in electrical, electronics or automobile trades, followed by supervised EV workshop practice and a record of safe diagnostic work.

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