Job description Motor Boat Mechanic near Sherbrooke (QC)

Find out what work is like for a motor boat mechanic in Canada. This work description is applicable to all Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics (NOC 72423).

Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics

Description

Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics test, repair and service motorcycles, motor scooters, snowmobiles, outboard motors, forklifts and all-terrain vehicles. They are employed by service shops of motorcycle dealers and retailers and by independent service establishments. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

Work week duration

Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics usually work between 35 to 40 hours per week.
Between 35 to 40 hours

Job duties

Here are some of the main activities and tasks that Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics have to perform, and some of the physical demands they involve:

  • Review work orders and discuss work to be performed with supervisor
  • Inspect and test engine 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 systems for proper performance
  • Perform scheduled maintenance service on equipment
  • Advise customers on work performed and general condition of equipment
  • Repair or replace electrical wiring, plumbing, propane gas lines, appliances, windows, doors, cabinets and structural frames in recreational vehicles
  • Determine estimates of repair cost
  • May repair and rebuild hoisting mechanism and other mechanical systems on industrial trucks and forklifts.

Physical demands Help - Physical Demands

  • Standing
  • Bending or twisting the body
  • Handling material manually
  • Making repetitive motions
  • Climbing
  • Walking and running

Physical demands

Physical demands are the physical activities that the job requires the worker to do. Physical demands are selected according to the likeliness that workers will have to perform them for at least half of the time they spend at work.

Workplaces and employers

Here are the typical workplaces where Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics are employed and some of their main characteristics:

  • Self-employed
  • Recreational vehicle repair shops

Work environment Help - Physical Work Environment

  • Dangerous chemical substances
  • In an open vehicle or equipment
  • Hazardous equipment, machinery, tools
  • Indoors, not environmentally controlled
  • Sound and noise
  • Skin injury
  • Standard safety equipment
  • Outside, exposed to weather
  • Extreme temperatures
  • In an enclosed vehicle or equipment

Physical proximity from others Help - Physical proximity from others

  • Somewhat close (e.g. share office)

Work environment

The work environment refers to the physical setting in which people work. The characteristics and conditions of the work environment are selected according to the likeliness that workers will be exposed to them at least once a week.

Physical proximity from others

Physical proximity from others refers to the physical distance between individuals in the workplace. The likeliness that the job requires to perform tasks while being physically close to other people is rated on a scale with 3 levels: "Somewhat close", "Close" and "Very close".

Related job titles

Here are some other related job titles that are found in the same occupational category (NOC 72423), and a list of similar occupations:

  • all-terrain vehicle repairer
  • forklift mechanic
  • industrial truck repairer
  • lift truck mechanic
  • motor boat mechanic
  • motor scooter repairer
  • motorcycle mechanic
  • motorcycle mechanic apprentice
  • outboard motor mechanic
  • recreation vehicle technician
  • snowmobile repairer

Similar occupations Help - Similar occupations

Similar occupations

This section lists other occupations that are part of the same broad occupational category as Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics in the National Occupational Classification (NOC). These occupations involve similar core qualifications but involve different responsibilities. To see more similar occupations, use the Job Transition Tool.

Sources Occupational and Skills Information System & National Occupational Classification

Labour Market Information Survey

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