The Automotive Service Technology Diploma at Okanagan College equips students with hands-on training in vehicle diagnostics, repair, and maintenance. The program covers essential skills for servicing cars, trucks, and motorcycles, including engine systems, electrical components, and refinishing techniques. Graduates can pursue careers as automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics, body repair specialists, or estimators. With strong industry demand, this diploma offers excellent job opportunities in automotive repair shops, dealerships, and fleet maintenance facilities.

Career Options:

Job Title	NOC Code	Salary Range (CAD)	Job Description
Automotive Service Technician	72410	$40,000 - $85,000	Diagnose, repair, and service motor vehicles, performing maintenance and inspections.
Truck and Bus Mechanic	72410	$45,000 - $90,000	Specialize in repairing and maintaining heavy-duty trucks and buses, ensuring vehicle safety and performance.
Auto Body Collision and Refinishing Technician	72411	$40,000 - $80,000	Repair and restore damaged vehicle exteriors, including paint refinishing and dent removal.
Motorcycle and All-Terrain Vehicle Mechanic	72423	$38,000 - $75,000	Repair and maintain motorcycles, ATVs, and similar small engine vehicles.
Automotive Damage Repair Estimator	72411	$45,000 - $85,000	Assess vehicle damage, prepare repair cost estimates, and work with insurance companies for claims processing.

Career Options:

Job Title

NOC Code

Salary Range (CAD)

Job Description

Automotive Service Technician

Truck and Bus Mechanic

Auto Body Collision and Refinishing Technician

Motorcycle and All-Terrain Vehicle Mechanic

Automotive Damage Repair Estimator