mechkit01_24301_7.pdf

CONTENTS OF THIS PACKET

This packet contains the following information regarding mechanic testing, certification,

and trainee permit:

Information for the Mechanic Trainee

Selected Secretary of State Branch Offices

Mechanic Certification Frequently Asked Questions

Mechanic Study Guides

Read the information in this packet carefully. Then, if you have further questions about

the materials, contact the Licensing Unit at 1-888-SOS-MICH (1-888-767-6424).

INFORMATION FOR THE MECHANIC TRAINEE

There are two ways a person can get the skills needed to be a mechanic. The first is by

going to a school which offers automotive training. This usually includes hands-on

learning along with classroom studies. The other way is by working at a repair shop

with an experienced mechanic who can teach proper repair methods and see that the

work done by the trainee is correct.

Most good mechanics have learned their trade by both schooling and experience on the

job. Today's cars and trucks are becoming more and more complicated to repair. This

means that both training and experience are more important than ever to the person

who wants to earn a living as a mechanic.

If you are currently performing major repairs on motor vehicles in Michigan, you must be

a certified mechanic or hold a valid trainee permit.

A mechanic trainee permit is valid for a period of two years from the date of issue in the

major repair categories listed on the permit. A permit may not be renewed. Upon

expiration of the trainee permit, a mechanic trainee must either become certified or stop

performing repairs in the categories listed on the permit.

A mechanic trainee may perform repairs only in the categories listed on the permit

under the supervision of a mechanic who is currently certified by the State of Michigan

in those repair categories.

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BUSINESS LICENSING AND REGULATION DIVISION

RICHARD H. AUSTIN BUILDING h 3RD FLOOR h 430 W. ALLEGAN h LANSING, MICHIGAN 48918

www.Michigan.gov/sos h (517) 373-9070

A mechanic trainee should display his or her trainee permit in a conspicuous location,

and when a mechanic trainee works on a motor vehicle, his or her name and trainee

permit number must appear on the customer's final invoice. The name and certification

number of the supervising mechanic must also appear on the final invoice. It is the

responsibility of trainees and certified mechanics to insure that their names and

numbers are not used inappropriately by their employers.

The Bureau of Regulatory Services may take action to suspend or revoke a mechanic

trainee permit if a trainee misrepresents the need for repairs, performs unnecessary

repairs, or makes false or misleading statements in connection with a diagnosis or

repair. In addition, a mechanic trainee may be required to obtain additional training or

discontinue performing certain repairs if it is determined that the mechanic or trainee

disregarded or departed from accepted industry repair standards.

7/2006