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72423.02 – Recreation vehicle technicians

Recreation vehicle technicians test, repair and service snowmobiles, outboard motors, and other recreation vehicles. Apprentices are also included in this occupation.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Recreation vehicle technician

Core competencies

  • Setting Up to allow repairs and maintenance to be performed efficiently by preparing work areas and diagnostic tools
  • Repairing and Preventative Maintenance to identify and fix complex mechanical, electrical and structural issues, as well as perform component adjustments and replacements to prevent breakdowns and extend the lifespan of recreational vehicles
  • Hearing Sensitivity to detect unusual sounds, such as engine knocking, misfires or abnormal vibrations, which can indicate specific problems
  • Manual Dexterity to appropriately handle small and often intricate parts found in recreational vehicles which is required for tasks such as adjusting components, assembling parts and performing precise repairs
  • Attention to Detail to precisely and thoroughly inspect, diagnose and repair complex RV systems such as electrical, plumbing and mechanical components
  • Knowledge in Mechanics and Machinery to understand the basic principles of mechanical systems, commonly used maintenance methods, diagnostic procedures and standard repair techniques for recreational vehicles

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Review work orders and discuss work to be performed with supervisor
  • Test and adjust repaired systems for proper performance
  • Perform scheduled maintenance service on equipment
  • Repair or replace electrical wiring, plumbing, propane gas lines, appliances, windows, doors, cabinets and structural frames in recreational vehicles

Additional information

  • The Red Seal endorsement allows for interprovincial mobility.
  • There is mobility among some occupations in this unit group.
  • Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Other small engine and small equipment repairers (72429)

NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

7 – Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations

TEER

2 – Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship training of two or more years; or supervisory occupations

Major group

72 – Technical trades and transportation officers and controllers

Sub-major group

724 – Technical maintenance trades

Minor group

7242 – Small engine and equipment mechanics and related repairers (including electrical components)

Unit group

72423 – Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics

Occupational profile

72423.02 – Recreation vehicle technicians

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