Okanagan College
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.
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. |