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72429.00 – Other small engine and small equipment repairers

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. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

Overview

Example 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

Core competencies

  • Repairing and Troubleshooting to diagnose complex mechanical or electrical malfunctions, using specialized tools for repair and efficiently restore original equipment or engine functionality
  • Preventative Maintenance to make adjustments, replace parts and perform routine lubrications in a timely manner to prevent breakdowns and potential failures
  • Finger Dexterity to adjust, repair or replace intricate mechanical or electrical system parts and components of small engines using hand tools and equipment
  • Hearing Sensitivity to facilitate diagnosis during the inspection of the engine and its components, as recognizing certain sounds may indicate specific failures
  • Attention to Detail to diagnose and repair mechanical issues in small engines, which requires inspecting parts carefully and strictly following the manufacturer's specifications
  • Knowledge in Mechanics and Machinery to understand engine components, simple mechanical systems and standard repair procedures for small engines and equipment

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following 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.

Additional information

  • Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Appliance servicers and repairers (72421)
  • Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades (72020)
  • Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics (72423)

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

72429 – Other small engine and small equipment repairers

Occupational profile

72429.00 – Other small engine and small equipment repairers

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