Other small engine and small equipment repairers

Overview

Other small engine and small equipment repairers test, repair and service small gasoline and diesel-powered engines and equipment, such as garden tractors, lawn mowers and other related equipment. They are employed by dealer service shops and by independent service establishments. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Review work orders and discuss work to be performed with supervisor

  • Inspect and test engines and other mechanical components using test devices to diagnose and isolate faults

  • Adjust, repair or replace mechanical or electrical system parts and components using hand tools and equipment

  • Test and adjust repaired equipment for proper performance

  • Perform scheduled maintenance service on equipment

  • Advise customers on work performed and general condition of equipment

  • Determine estimates of repair cost.

Job titles

  • air-cooled engine mechanic
  • apprentice small engine mechanic
  • garden tractor repairer
  • gas-powered small equipment mechanic
  • gasoline-powered lawn mower mechanic
  • gasoline-powered lawn mower repairer

Employment prospects

Source: BC Labour Market Outlook 2024 edition

Annual salary

Low

$39,626

Median

$52,140

High

$72,579

Job openings

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British Columbia

27

expected job openings (5-year forecast)

Education and training

Employment requirements

  • Completion of secondary school and training courses or a vocational program is usually required.

  • Completion of a three- to four-year apprenticeship program in small engine or equipment repair or A combination of several years of work experience and high school or college courses in small engine or equipment repair are usually required for trade certification.

  • Inboard/outboard mechanic trade certification is available, but voluntary, in Ontario and British Columbia.

Additional information

  • Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.

Certification requirements

  • No certification requirements

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