Automotive Service Technician (Apprentice)

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Job Description

An apprentice technician is a training position to become an Automotive Service Technician (AST). They must be able to safely operate shop equipment, demonstrate the ability to learn and repeat basic mechanical repairs. Apprentice technicians assist senior technicians and perform tasks within their scope of knowledge.

Responsibilities include: Diagnose and perform vehicle maintenance and repairs; inform customers of vehicle maintenance/repair requirements; inform customer when repairs are finished and ensure that repair records are complete; check and verify parts before installation; and assist in general housekeeping of the workshop.

The apprenticeship has a nominal duration of 4 years to complete, during which they must be employed in an apprenticeship arrangement.

Other titles:

Apprentice Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Salary

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Average Salaries by Region

Canada $38,682

British Columbia $40,916

Alberta $39,919

Saskatchewan & Manitoba $38,086

Ontario $40,450

Quebec $36,063

Atlantic Provinces $31,632

Region	Average Salary
Canada	$38,682
British Columbia	$40,916
Alberta	$39,919
Saskatchewan & Manitoba	$38,086
Ontario	$40,450
Quebec	$36,063
Atlantic Provinces	$31,632

Occupation Outlook

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Forecast: Total jobs over 5 years

Region	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022
BC	4,605	4,727	4,931	5,135	5,345	5,562
Alberta	5,286	5,329	5,525	5,719	5,920	6,129
Saskatchewan & Manitoba	3,073	3,088	3,192	3,295	3,402	3,516
Ontario	14,002	14,342	14,899	15,445	15,998	16,556
Quebec	9,684	9,792	10,100	10,400	10,717	11,047
Atlantic provinces	2,990	2,992	3,071	3,147	3,228	3,312

Full Time & Part Time Breakdown

Full Time vs. Part Time Overall

Full Time in 2018

99%

Part Time in 2018

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Region	Full Time	Part Time
B.C.	99%	0%
Alberta	99%	0%
Saskatchewan & Manitoba	99%	0%
Ontario	97%	2%
Quebec	99%	0%
Atlantic	99%	0%

Diversity

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Gender Breakdown

Men and Women Working in the Aftermarket Sector

Males in 2017

95%

Females in 2017

Age Range	Percentage
Less than 20	16%
20-29	47%
30-39	17%
40-49	13%
50-59	7%
60+	1%

Education, Training & Experience

Completion of secondary school is usually required.
Membership with the Provincial College of Trades (necessity dependant on province).
Education is usually four years and is a combination of in-class hours and on-the-job hours.
Experience is usually not required, or at most one year.

On average apprentice automotive service technicians have

7.3 years of experience

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Avg. Years Experience Breakdown

Less than 1 year 13%

1-5 years 53%

Over Five Years 34%

Avg. Years Experience Breakdown

Experience	Percentage
Less than 1 year	13%
1-5 years	53%
Over Five Years	34%

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