Automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers
Automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers install replacement automotive mechanical parts such as mufflers, exhaust pipes, shock absorbers, springs and radiators and perform routine maintenance service such as oil changes, lubrication and tire repairs on automobiles, trucks and heavy equipment.
Good
Market Demand
TEER 4
Skill Level
NS, NB, SK
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Change engine oil and lubricate running gears or moving parts of automobiles, trucks and heavy equipment
- Grease booms, pulleys, buckets and other components of heavy equipment
- Replace oil, air and fuel filters on motor vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment
- Install replacement mufflers, exhaust pipes, shock absorbers or radiators on motor vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment
- Repair and balance tires
- Add or replace hydraulic and transmission fluids in motor vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment
- Assist mechanics and perform other duties as directed
- Drive automobile or service truck to location of construction, logging or other industrial sites to provide services.
Qualifications
- checkSome secondary school is usually required.
- checkSeveral weeks of on-the-job training are usually required.
Market Outlook by Province
Nova Scotia
The employment outlook will be Good for automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers (NOC 74203) 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.Here are some key facts about automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers in Nova Scotia: Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers mainly work in the following sectors: Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 36%Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 34%Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 10%Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 6% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 87% compared to 82% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 13% compared to 18% for all occupations56% of automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers work all year, while 43% 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 42 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.8% of automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers 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: 30% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 45% compared to 27% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 11% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 7% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: n/a university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
Good
Outlook
New Brunswick
The employment outlook will be Moderate for automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers (NOC 74203) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.Not many 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 automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers in New Brunswick: Approximately 700 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers mainly work in the following sectors: Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 43%Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 33%Fishing, hunting and trapping (NAICS 114): 15%Construction (NAICS 23): 5% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 87% compared to 84% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 13% compared to 16% for all occupations28% of automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers work all year, while 72% 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 27 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.Less than 5% of automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 90% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 10% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 26% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 32% compared to 30% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 20% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 19% compared to 23% for all occupations bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 16% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations
Moderate
Outlook
Saskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Moderate for automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers (NOC 74203) 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.Not many positions will become available due to retirements.There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers in Saskatchewan: Approximately 950 people work in this occupation. Automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers mainly work in the following sectors: Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 67%Repair and maintenance (NAICS 811): 25% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 90% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 10% compared to 19% for all occupations61% of automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers work all year, while 39% 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 43 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.Less than 5% of automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers 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: 26% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 56% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 10% compared to 15% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% 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: n/a
Moderate
Outlook
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Immigration Pathways
TEER 4 occupations typically require a high school diploma and on-the-job training. Not eligible for Express Entry but may qualify through provincial programs.
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Top Companies Hiring
Organizations with the most NOC 74203 openings right now.
Fountain Tire
18 active roles · Strathmore, AB · Saskatoon, SK
Fort Garry Industries
4 active roles · Edmonton, AB · Oak Bluff, MB
The Sutherland Group of Companies
2 active roles · Salmo, BC
Toromont Industries
2 active roles · Sudbury, ON · Wabush, NL
Sureway Construction Group
1 active role · Edmonton, AB
113 Transerv - Cambridge
1 active role · Cambridge, ON
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Repairing and Preventative Maintenance
to diagnose, repair and replace vehicle components and perform preventative maintenance tasks such as inspecting, lubricating and adjusting parts to ensure proper functioning and prevent breakdowns
Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
to monitor equipment performance, such as checking engine diagnostics, detecting and troubleshooting irregularities like hydraulic leaks
Sound Localization
to accurately identify and pinpoint the sources of sounds and vibrations within vehicles, facilitating effective diagnosis and repair mechanical or electrical problems
Trunk Strength
to use core strength to lift, maneuver and install heavy components and equipment, also requiring twisting and bending to ensure safety and precision during maintenance and repair tasks
Attention to Detail
to accurately identify and address mechanical issues, follow precise specifications for part installations and repairs
Knowledge in Mechanics and Machinery
to understand part identification, simple mechanical systems, routine tasks and safety procedures
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