Other small engine and small equipment repairers
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. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
Good
Market Demand
TEER 2
Skill Level
NS, SK, PE
Top Provinces
What They Do
- 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.
Qualifications
- checkCompletion of secondary school and training courses or a vocational program is usually required.
- checkCompletion of a three- to four-year apprenticeship program in small engine or equipment repair ora 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.
- checkSmall engine or equipment mechanic trade certification is available, but voluntary, in Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Ontario and Nunavut.
- checkInboard/outboard mechanic trade certification is available, but voluntary, in Ontario and British Columbia.
- checkOutdoor power equipment technician trade certification, for specified types of equipment, is available, but voluntary, in Manitoba, Alberta, British Columbia, the Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
Market Outlook by Province
Nova Scotia
The employment outlook will be Good for other small engine and small equipment repairers (NOC 72429) 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.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about other small engine and small equipment repairers in Nova Scotia: Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Other small engine and small equipment repairers mainly work in the following sectors: Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 80%Real Estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 53): 11%Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 9% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 81% compared to 82% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 19% compared to 18% for all occupations62% of other small engine and small equipment repairers work all year, while 38% 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 40 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.35% of other small engine and small equipment 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: 15% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 31% compared to 27% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 27% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 23% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: n/a university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Good
Outlook
Saskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Good for other small engine and small equipment repairers (NOC 72429) 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.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about other small engine and small equipment repairers in Saskatchewan: Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Other small engine and small equipment repairers mainly work in the following sectors: Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 61%Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 27%Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 12% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 86% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 14% compared to 19% for all occupations73% of other small engine and small equipment repairers work all year, while 27% 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.31% of other small engine and small equipment 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: 14% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 36% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 36% compared to 15% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: n/a university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Good
Outlook
Prince Edward Island
The employment outlook will be Moderate for other small engine and small equipment repairers (NOC 72429) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.A moderate number of 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 other small engine and small equipment repairers in Prince Edward Island: Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Other small engine and small equipment repairers mainly work in the following sectors: Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): more than 95% 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: 40% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: n/a apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a bachelor's degree: n/a university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Moderate
Outlook
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Immigration Pathways
TEER 2 occupations require college education or apprenticeship training and qualify for Express Entry under the Federal Skilled Worker Program.
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Top Companies Hiring
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Vestas
4 active roles · Tumbler Ridge, BC · Port Hardy, BC
Horizon Ag & Turf /Martin Motor Sports
4 active roles · Saint Paul, AB · Mayerthorpe, AB
Finning
3 active roles · Edmonton, AB · Kamloops, BC
Enns Brothers
2 active roles · Portage la Prairie, MB · Melita, MB
Ontario Power Generation
2 active roles · Oshawa, ON · Atikokan, ON
CDC Computers
2 active roles · Winnipeg, MB
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Repairing and Troubleshooting
to diagnose complex mechanical or electrical malfunctions, using specialized tools for repair and efficiently restore original equipment or engine functionality
Preventative Maintenance
to make adjustments, replace parts and perform routine lubrications in a timely manner to prevent breakdowns and potential failures
Finger Dexterity
to adjust, repair or replace intricate mechanical or electrical system parts and components of small engines using hand tools and equipment
Hearing Sensitivity
to facilitate diagnosis during the inspection of the engine and its components, as recognizing certain sounds may indicate specific failures
Attention to Detail
to diagnose and repair mechanical issues in small engines, which requires inspecting parts carefully and strictly following the manufacturer's specifications
Knowledge in Mechanics and Machinery
to understand engine components, simple mechanical systems and standard repair procedures for small engines and equipment
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