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Services automobiles, buses, trucks, and other automotive vehicles with fuel, lubricants, and accessories: Fills fuel tank of vehicles with gasoline or diesel fuel to level specified by customer. Observes level of oil in crankcase and amount of water in radiator, and adds required amounts of oil and water. Adds necessary amount of water to battery, and washes windshield of vehicle. Lubricates vehicle and changes motor oil [LUBRICATION SERVICER 915.687-018]. Replaces accessories, such as oil filter, air filter, windshield wiper blades, and fan belt. Installs antifreeze and changes spark plugs. Repairs or replaces tires [TIRE REPAIRER 915.684-010]. Replaces lights, and washes and waxes vehicle. Collects cash from customer for purchases and makes change or charges purchases, using customer’s credit card. May adjust brakes [BRAKE ADJUSTER 620.684-018]. May sell batteries and automobile accessories usually found in service stations. May assist in arranging displays, taking inventories, and making daily reports.

Personality Traits


Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.

Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.

Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.

Salary and Education


How much does an Automobile Self-Serve Service Station Attendant make?

Nationally: $16,000 – $29,000

Main education level: High School

source: US Dept of Labor


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