Sample Career Path

LEVEL 1
Apprentice Technician
EARNINGS
Minimum wage to $30,000 a year
REQUIREMENTS
• Completion of grade 12 or its equivalent (math, science, and English are required courses)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Working under the supervision of a certified technician; watching and assisting in automotive repair; having work supervised and approved by certified technician.

LEVEL 2
Certified Automotive Service Technician (Journeyperson)
EARNINGS
$30,000 to $45,000 a year
REQUIREMENTS
• Successful completion of an apprenticeship • Certification with provincial government • Upgraded courses, such as diesel endorsement
RESPONSIBILITIES
Repairing and maintaining motor vehicles; working on both engine and body overhaul; knowledge of a variety of makes and models; teaching apprentices when necessary.

LEVEL 3
Foreperson
EARNINGS
$45,000 to $60,000 a year
REQUIREMENTS
• Many years of experience as a certified technician • Excellent diagnostic and repair abilities • Knowledge of business administration and management of an automotive shop
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assigning work duties to technicians; acting as a liaison between staff and management; supervising certain areas of a garage; reporting to service advisor; providing customer service.

LEVEL 4
Service Advisor
EARNINGS
$50,000 to $60,000 a year
REQUIREMENTS
• Management position which requires the ability to oversee all areas of a garage
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assigning work duties to forepersons; acting as a liaison between staff and management; supervising all areas of garage; providing customer service and accountability of repairs and costs to customer vehicles.