Automotive service technicians

Nova Scotia

The employment outlook will be Good for automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers (NOC 72410) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.Conditions for automotive service technicians seeking work are mixed despite high rates of turnover, a large number of vacancies expected over the next few years, and a relatively small supply of college graduates. Specifically, there is a need for highly- skilled service technicians with Red Seal certification and experience working with more technologically- advanced features common on newer vehicles. Some consolidation has been occurring among dealerships and the industry is expected to see further changes in the years ahead as vehicle technologies evolve. Some larger dealerships provide their own training to ensure an available workforce with the right skills.Here are some key facts about automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers in Nova Scotia: Approximately 3,900 people work in this occupation. Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers mainly work in the following sectors: Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 56%Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 21% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 94% compared to 82% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 6% compared to 18% for all occupations70% of automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers work all year, while 30% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.17% of automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: less than 5% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 6% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 11% compared to 27% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 53% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 20% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

Northwest Territories

The employment outlook will be Good for automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers (NOC 72410) in Northwest Territories for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to several new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers in Northwest Territories: Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers mainly work in the following sectors: Wholesale and Retail Trade (NAICS 41, 44-45): 40%Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 19%Construction (NAICS 23): 14%Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 7%Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 7% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 94% compared to 88% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations70% of automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers work all year, while 30% work only part of the year, compared to 71% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.16% of automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers are self-employed compared to an average of 7% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 94% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 6% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 14% compared to 17% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 22% compared to 26% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 51% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 18% for all occupations bachelor's degree: n/a university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

Saskatchewan

The employment outlook will be Good for automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers (NOC 72410) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Consumer demand for used vehicles and after-market automotive parts have increased in the years post-pandemic, which has boosted the need for auto service workers and mechanics. Higher equipment and maintenance cost as well as U.S. tariffs-related disruption to key sectors such as agriculture, energy, manufacturing and retail may lower freight volumes as export demand declines. This may soften service demand prospects for those specialized in truck servicing.Investments in public transit to meet recent high population growth.Advances in manufacturing have led to improved vehicle reliability and the need for formal training in this occupation. The shift towards electric vehicles and hybrid models, which requires new skill sets with an increased understanding of electronic systems and software.Here are some key facts about automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers in Saskatchewan: Approximately 4,650 people work in this occupation. Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers mainly work in the following sectors: Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 51%Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 25%Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 5% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 94% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 6% compared to 19% for all occupations72% of automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.19% of automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: more than 95% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: less than 5% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 11% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 24% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 52% compared to 15% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 11% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 18% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations