Automotive Service Technician
Automotive Service Technicians examine, test and repair the parts and systems on cars and light trucks. They often use computerized diagnostic equipment to test, adjust and repair key vehicle components such as engines, steering systems, braking systems, drive trains, vehicle suspensions and electrical systems.
The work of an Automotive Service Technician also involves reassembling and testing repaired items against manufacturers' standards, as well as performing preventative maintenance such as wheel alignments, oil changes and tune-ups. Automotive Service Technicians also advise customers on the work performed, general vehicle conditions and future repair requirements.
Automotive Service Technician is a nationally designated trade under the Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Program.
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Recommendations
Good hand-eye coordination, mechanical aptitude, time-management skills, logical thinking and decision making, and excellent communication.
The following education is recommended: Grade 12 or equivalent, including English 12; Algebra 11 or Trade Math 11; Physics 11 or Science & Tech 11.
The Apprenticeship Program is comprised of Levels 1-to-4 of progressive technical training, with each Level taking 7 weeks (210 hours) to complete. Prior to January 1, 2023, certification could be achieved at any desired level, however, the training model has changed so that there is only a single credential after completion of the full program (refer to SkilledTradesBC for full details).
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Institution | Campus | Date | Program | Contact Institution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCIT | BBY - Burnaby | Nov 12 2024–Jul 11 2025 | Automotive Technician - Toyota Foundation | |
| BCIT | BBY - Burnaby | Jan 06 2025–Dec 18 2026 | Automotive Service Technician & Operations | |
| VCC | Broadway Campus | Jan 06 2025–Aug 22 2025 | Automotive Service Technician (Harmonized) | |
| Okanagan College | 1000 K.L.O. Rd. Kelowna, BC | Jan 27 2025–Sep 12 2025 | Automotive Service Technician (Harmonized) | |
| North Island College | Campbell River | Jan 28 2025–Aug 22 2025 | Automotive Service Technician Foundation (Harmonized) | |
| BCIT | BBY - Burnaby | Feb 03 2025–Sep 19 2025 | Automotive Service Technician (Harmonized) | |
| Camosun College | Interurban | Mar 03 2025–Sep 26 2025 | Automotive Service Technician (Harmonized) | |
| Kwantlen Polytechnic Univ. | Cloverdale | Mar 17 2025–Oct 10 2025 | Automotive Service Technician (Harmonized) |
Institution | Campus | Program | Contact Institution | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCIT | BBY - Burnaby | Sep 05 2023–May 03 2024 | Automotive Technician Honda/Acura Foundation | |
| Van. Island University | Nanaimo | Sep 05 2023–Jun 07 2024 | Automotive Service Technician (HL) |
Institution | Campus | Date | Program | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCIT | BBY - Burnaby | Nov 12 2024–Jul 11 2025 | Automotive Technician - Toyota Foundation | |
Institution | Campus | Date | Program | Contact |
| BCIT | BBY - Burnaby | Jan 06 2025–Dec 18 2026 | Automotive Service Technician & Operations | |
Institution | Campus | Date | Program | Contact |
| VCC | Broadway Campus | Jan 06 2025–Aug 22 2025 | Automotive Service Technician (Harmonized) | |
Institution | Campus | Date | Program | Contact |
| Okanagan College | 1000 K.L.O. Rd. Kelowna, BC | Jan 27 2025–Sep 12 2025 | Automotive Service Technician (Harmonized) | |
Institution | Campus | Date | Program | Contact |
| North Island College | Campbell River | Jan 28 2025–Aug 22 2025 | Automotive Service Technician Foundation (Harmonized) | |
Institution | Campus | Date | Program | Contact |
| BCIT | BBY - Burnaby | Feb 03 2025–Sep 19 2025 | Automotive Service Technician (Harmonized) | |
Institution | Campus | Date | Program | Contact |
| Camosun College | Interurban | Mar 03 2025–Sep 26 2025 | Automotive Service Technician (Harmonized) | |
Institution | Campus | Date | Program | Contact |
| Kwantlen Polytechnic Univ. | Cloverdale | Mar 17 2025–Oct 10 2025 | Automotive Service Technician (Harmonized) |
Institution | Campus | Program | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCIT | BBY - Burnaby | Automotive Technician Honda/Acura Foundation | |
Institution | Campus | Program | Contact |
| Van. Island University | Nanaimo | Automotive Service Technician (HL) |