Truck and Coach Technician

<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" colspan=2 height=90 BGCOLOR="#006699" TEXT="#080000" background="0e6785a3.jpg"> <div> <FONT SIZE="5" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" >Welcome to Maxself Learning</FONT>     |     <A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Welcome to Maxself Learning"><U>home</U></A></div> <div> Truck and Coach Technician   |   <A HREF="heavy_duty_mechanic.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Heavy Duty Mechanic"><U>Heavy Duty Mechanic</U></A>   |   <A HREF="electrician___c___m.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Construction and Maintenance Electrician"><U>Construction and Maintenance Electrician </U></A>   |   <A HREF="plumber.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Plumber"><U>Plumber</U></A>   |   <A HREF="automotive_service_technician.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Automotive Service Technician"><U>Automotive Service Technician</U></A>   |   <A HREF="refrigeration___a_c_mechanic.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Refrigeration and Airconditioning Mechan"><U>Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic</U></A>   |   <A HREF="industrial_electrician.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Industrial Electrician"><U>Industrial Electrician</U></A>   |   <A HREF="industrial_mechanic_millwright.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Industrial Mechanic Millwright"><U>Industrial Mechanic Millwright</U></A>   |   <A HREF="tool___die_maker.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Tool and Die Maker"><U>Tool and Die Maker</U></A>   |   <A HREF="general_machinist.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="General Machinist"><U>General Machinist</U></A></div> <div> </div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" width=210 BGCOLOR="#FFCC66" TEXT="#080000" background="0e7d2b03.jpg"> <bR> </td> <td valign="top" height=390 BGCOLOR="#FFFFFF" TEXT="#080000"> <div> <I>Truck and Coach Technician</I></div> <div> Truck and Coach Technician</div> <div> Apprenticeship and Certification Act - Restricted Trade     NOC 7321</div> <bR> <div> Description</div> <div>     * Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor</div> <div>     * Inspect motor in operation, and road test motor vehicle</div> <div>     * Test systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate faults</div> <div>     * Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck and bus systems including fuel, brake, steering and suspension, engine and drive train, emission control and exhaust, cooling and climate control, and electrical and electronic systems using hand tools and other specialized automotive repair equipment</div> <div>     * Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's performance specifications</div> <div>     * Perform scheduled maintenance service, such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups</div> <div>     * Advise customers on work performed, general vehicle conditions and future repair requirements</div> <bR> <div> Personal Qualities</div> <div>     * You will work indoors around loud noises, grease, oil, gasoline and various exhaust fumes</div> <div>     * You enjoy working to close tolerances</div> <div>     * You have the stamina to be on your feet for long periods of time and are able to bend down and reach up frequently</div> <div>     * You are not bothered by standing on concrete all day</div> <div>     * You have and use physical strength on the job</div> <div>     * You will have to keep up with changing technology on a consistent basis</div> <div>     * You will make a significant investment in tools</div> <div>     * You like working with computers and computerized equipment</div> <div>     * You are able to cope with demands from drivers and owners who want their truck or bus fixed immediately</div> <bR> <div> Career Opportunities</div> <div>     * Truck and coach technicians are employed at truck, bus or motor home dealerships; manufacturers of trucks, buses, and motor homes; freight and transportation companies; municipal or provincial highway transportation departments; or other stand-alone repair facilities</div> <div>     * A truck and coach technician may work as a service advisor, work for suppliers or manufacturers, or work in sales</div> <div>     * Truck and coach technician is a Red Seal Trade</div> <bR> <div> Educational/Training Requirements</div> <div>     * The minimum entry for apprenticeship is Grade 12</div> <div>     * Completion of a 6,000 hour apprenticeship program is required</div> <div>     * Truck and coach technician is a restricted trade</div> <bR> <div> Potential Earnings</div> <div>     * Apprentices start according to individual company rates and progress along the company's wage scale over time</div> <div>     * Journeyperson wages range from $16.00 to $28.13 an hour, excluding overtime</div> <bR> <div> Prospects For Employment</div> <div>     * Employment is expected to grow about as fast as the average for all occupations through the year 2007</div> <div>     * Most tradespersons work full time for a single employer</div> <bR> <div> Additional Information</div> <div> Job Futures</div> <div> <A HREF="http://www.jobfutures.ca/noc/732.shtml" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.jobfutures.ca/noc/732.shtml"><U>http://www.jobfutures.ca/noc/732.shtml</U></A></div> <bR> <div> National Occupational Classification</div> <div> <A HREF="http://www23.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/2001/e/groups/7321.shtml" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www23.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/2001/e/grou"><U>http://www23.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/2001/e/groups/7321.shtml</U></A></div> <bR> <div> Apprenticeship Subject Pathways</div> <div> <A HREF="http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/training/apprenticeship/skills/pathwaye.pdf" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/training/ap"><U>www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/training/apprenticeship/skills/pathwaye.pdf</U></A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="http://www.automotivejobs.ca" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.automotivejobs.ca"><U>www.automotivejobs.ca</U></A></div> <bR> <div> Canadian Automotive Repair and Service (CARS)</div> <div> <A HREF="http://www.carsyouth.ca/cars.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.carsyouth.ca/cars.html"><U>www.carsyouth.ca/cars.html</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="http://www.cars.council.ca" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.cars.council.ca"><U>http://www.cars.council.ca</U></A></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>