Identifying vehicle components, driving in conformance to standard practices, following traffic regulations, maintaining good road conduct, and complying with environment regulations and workshop housekeeping.
Ensuring road worthiness through pre-operational checks, between-journey checks, and end-of-journey inspections to maintain vehicle safety and performance at all times.
Performing daily maintenance and inspection of vehicles, carrying out checks of vehicle aggregates, checking ignition circuit functioning, and conducting general servicing of vehicle components.
Checking wheel alignment, performing wheel rotation, calculating passenger fares and freight costs, handling statutory documents, and understanding regulations for transporting hazardous goods.
Skills needed by Industry
Ability to drive Light Motor Vehicles safely and efficiently on public and private roads following all traffic rules, regulations, and safety measures while transporting passengers and goods.
Proficiency in vehicle maintenance including pre-start checks, timely manufacturer-recommended servicing, achieving good fuel efficiency, and ensuring better tyre life for economical vehicle operation.
Competence in collecting and discharging passengers or goods at correct locations as per schedules, communicating fares and freight charges, and maintaining proper records and statutory documents.
Skills in maintaining politeness with passengers, handling stress, maintaining physical and mental fitness, and building good relationships with crew members and other road users.
Job Opportunities
Can work as a Light Motor Vehicle Driver in transport companies, logistics firms, courier services, and taxi or cab aggregator platforms transporting passengers and goods.
Can find employment as a company driver in corporate organizations, hotels, hospitals, schools, and government departments requiring dedicated vehicle drivers with maintenance knowledge.
Can join fleet management companies, car rental services, and travel agencies as a driver cum mechanic handling both driving responsibilities and basic vehicle maintenance tasks.
Can become a self-employed entrepreneur by operating own taxi, goods vehicle, or transport service catering to local and outstation passenger and freight requirements.
Upskilling Opportunities
Can pursue a Diploma or Degree in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering from AICTE recognized institutions to gain advanced technical knowledge and improve career growth.Can pursue a Diploma or Degree in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering from AICTE recognized institutions to gain advanced technical knowledge and improve career growth.
Can obtain a Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving license to expand employment opportunities in trucking, bus transport, and heavy goods vehicle operations across India.
Can join the Crafts Instructor Training Scheme (CITS) to become a certified ITI instructor in the Driver Cum Mechanic LMV trade after gaining required industry experience.
Can pursue specialized courses in automobile servicing, electric vehicle technology, or fleet management to meet the growing demands of the modern automotive and transport industry.
Trade Details
Duration
6 months
Qualification
8th Standard
Sector
Automotive
Councelling seats
40
Management seats
0
Total seats
40
Career Pathway
Entry Level
Join as a Light Motor Vehicle Driver or Driver Trainee in transport companies, logistics firms, courier services, or cab aggregator platforms.
Mid Level
Work as a Company Driver cum Mechanic in corporate organizations, hotels, hospitals, or fleet management companies handling driving and basic vehicle maintenance tasks.
Senior Level
Rise to Fleet Supervisor or Transport Coordinator; become an Entrepreneur by operating own taxi, goods vehicle, or transport service for passenger and freight requirements.
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