Overview
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Description
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.
Job Titles
- Air-cooled engine mechanic
- Gasoline-powered lawn mower repairer
- Lawn and garden equipment technician
- Small engine technician
- Small equipment mechanic apprentice
- Small equipment repairer
Main 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.
Workplaces
- Dealer service shops
- Independent service establishments
Skills
- Repairing
- Equipment and Tool Selection
- Preventative Maintenance
- Setting Up
- Troubleshooting
Abilities
- Finger Dexterity
- Hearing Sensitivity
- Spatial Visualization
- Arm-Hand Steadiness
- Auditory Attention
Personal Attributes
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Independence
- Innovativeness
- Active Learning
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Source: OaSIS
Employment Outlook
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
Source: Job Bank
Prevailing Wages
| AREA | LOW | MEDIAN | HIGH |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEI | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Canada | $15.30 | $24.00 | $32.00 |
Training
| TRAINING PROGRAM | INSTITUTION | CREDENTIAL |
|---|---|---|
| Automotive Technology | Holland College | Diploma |
More Info
View the full occupational profile with details on work characteristics, interests, employment requirements and more on the Occupational and Skills Information System (OaSIS) website.
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