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Document Recreation Vehicle Service Technician Overview

Recreation vehicle (RV) service technicians work on systems and components of recreation vehicles, including electrical components, plumbing, propane gas components, appliances, exterior and interior components, structural frames and towing systems. They diagnose, repair, replace, install, adjust, test, maintain and modify these components and systems. They may also perform maintenance and repairs on trailer frames, undercarriage and suspension. They must be knowledgeable about each system’s function and the interaction among various systems. However, it is important to note that they do not work on the motor or drive train components. Complete Description

GearTrade Skills

on the job practical skills
  • Repairs interior and exterior components.
  • Services plumbing systems.
  • Repairs waste water systems.
  • Diagnoses interior and exterior components.
  • Maintains towing systems.
  • Repairs AC electrical system.
  • Diagnoses towing systems.
  • Repairs LP gas systems.
  • Installs electrical system components.
  • Diagnoses electrical systems.

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  • moisture meter
  • leak detectors (liquid and electronic)
  • multimeter
  • alternator tester
  • ammeter (with induction pickup)
  • circuit board tester
  • digital multimeter
  • micrometer
  • dial indicator
  • level
  • DC test light
  • hydrometer
  • Computer
  • outlet tester
  • carbon-pile battery load tester
  • measuring tape
  • air flow meter
  • manometer (dial and U-tube)
  • diode tester
  • oven temperature tester

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  • class 1 (Class I) hitch
  • generator
  • basement
  • frame
  • class 5(Class v) hitch
  • tow vehicle
  • pop-out
  • hitchball
  • underbelly
  • coupler
  • holding tanks
  • class B motorhome
  • towed vehicle
  • add-a-room
  • fixed tongue hitch
  • shore power
  • class 3(Class III) hitch
  • brake controller
  • chassis
  • class A motorhome