National Occupational Classification, TEER 2
NOC 72410: Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers
Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers inspect, diagnose, repair and service mechanical, electrical and electronic systems and components of cars, buses, and light and commercial transport trucks. Below are the main duties, all 89 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 72410?
NOC 72410 is the code for automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include apprentice motor vehicle mechanic, automobile mechanic, automotive service technician and brake systems mechanic. It is a TEER 2 occupation (usually a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or a supervisory role), so it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class, and IRCC lists it for the transport category draw. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $29.89 an hour.
- NOC code
- 72410
- TEER
- 2: College diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years
- Broad category
- Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- Transport
- Median wage
- $29.89 an hour
Job titles under NOC 72410
Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers inspect, diagnose, repair and service mechanical, electrical and electronic systems and components of cars, buses, and light and commercial transport trucks. They are employed by motor vehicle dealers, garages, truck and trailer dealerships, fleet maintenance companies, and service stations, automotive specialty shops, transportation companies and retail establishments which have automotive service shops. This unit group also includes mechanical repairers who perform major repairs and replacement of mechanical units on newly assembled motor vehicles. They are employed by motor vehicle manufacturing companies. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
Main job titles
- apprentice motor vehicle mechanic
- automobile mechanic
- automotive service technician
- brake systems mechanic
- bus mechanic
- mechanical upgrader - motor vehicle manufacturing
- motor repairer - motor vehicle manufacturing
- transmission mechanic
- truck and transport mechanic
- truck-trailer repairer
- tune-up specialist - motor vehicle
All 89 job titles in the NOC index
after sales service technician - motor vehicles, alignment and brakes technician, apprentice motor vehicle mechanic, automatic transmission mechanic - motor vehicle, automatic transmission technician - motor vehicles, automobile mechanic, automobile service mechanic, automotive air conditioning mechanic, automotive brake mechanic, automotive brake repairer, automotive brake specialist, automotive carburetor mechanic, automotive drivetrain technician, automotive electrical and tune-up service technician, automotive electrical mechanic, automotive electrical technician, automotive engine mechanic inspector, automotive mechanic, automotive mechanical repairer, automotive radiator mechanic, automotive radiator mechanic apprentice, automotive radiator repairer, automotive repairer, automotive service technician, automotive service technician - electrical and fuel systems, automotive service technician - fuel and electronics systems, automotive service technician - steering, suspension and brakes, automotive service technician - transmission, automotive service technician apprentice, automotive technician - air conditioning system, automotive technician - automatic transmission systems, automotive technician - brakes systems, automotive technician - electrical and electronic systems, automotive technician - engine and fuel systems, automotive technician - front-end systems, automotive technician - fuel systems, automotive technician - standard transmission systems, automotive technician - transmission systems, automotive vehicle tester, automotive vehicle testing mechanic, brake systems mechanic, bus and transport mechanic, bus and truck mechanic, bus mechanic, car mechanic, commercial trailer mechanic, commercial trailer technician, commercial transport vehicle mechanic, diagnostic technician - motor vehicles, engine mechanic - motor vehicle, front-end mechanic, fuel and electrical systems technician - motor vehicle, garage mechanic, mechanic - motor vehicle manufacturing, mechanical upgrader - motor vehicle manufacturing, motor mechanic - motor vehicle manufacturing, motor repairer - motor vehicle manufacturing, motor vehicle diesel engine mechanic, motor vehicle fuel conversion technician, motor vehicle fuel-systems and electric-systems mechanic, motor vehicle mechanic, motor vehicle mechanical repairer, motor vehicle technician, motor vehicle transmission mechanic, new car mechanic, service technician - motor vehicle repair, trailer mechanic, trailer mechanical systems repairer, transmission mechanic, transmission technician, transport truck mechanic, transport truck trailer mechanic, trolley engine mechanic, truck and coach technician, truck and trailer repairer, truck and transport mechanic, truck and transport service technician, truck and transport vehicle mechanic apprentice, truck and transport vehicle repairer, truck mechanic, truck trailer mechanic, truck trailer repairer apprentice, truck trailer service technician, truck-trailer repairer, tune-up mechanic - motor vehicle, tune-up specialist - motor vehicle, vehicle technician - Canadian Armed Forces, wheel alignment and brake mechanic, wheel alignment and brake specialist.
Main duties of NOC 72410
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Automotive service technicians
- Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor
- Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicle, and test automotive systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate faults
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems including fuel system, brakes, 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
- Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's performance specifications
- Perform scheduled maintenance service, such as oil changes, lubrications and tune ups
- Advise customers on work performed, general vehicle condition and future repair requirements.
- Mechanical repairers - motor vehicle manufacturing
- Inspect and test mechanical units, such as engines, transmissions, axles and brake systems, to locate faults and malfunctions
- Diagnose faults or malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
- Repair or replace mechanical units or components using hand and power tools
- Test and adjust units to specifications for proper performance
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed.
- Truck and transport and truck-trailer mechanics
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems including chassis, frame, cab, body, engine and drive train, air brakes, steering, and fuel, hydraulic, electrical and electronic systems
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems including structural, brake and electrical systems.
- Workers in this unit group may specialize in the following areas: engine and fuel systems, transmission systems, air conditioning, cooling and heating systems, steering, alignment, brakes, drive lines, suspension, electrical and electronic systems, truck-trailer repair or diagnostic services.
Employment requirements
- Automotive service technicians
- Completion of secondary school and training courses or a vocational program are usually required.
- Completion of a four-year automotive service technician apprenticeship program or A combination of over four years of work experience and industry courses in automotive technology is required to be eligible for trade certification.
- Trade certification for automotive service technicians is compulsory in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Ontario and Alberta and available, but voluntary, in Newfoundland and Labrador, Quebec, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, the Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
- Automotive service technician (transmission) trade certification is compulsory in Ontario.
- Automotive service technician (steering, suspension and brakes) trade certification is compulsory in New Brunswick and Ontario.
- Automotive service technician (service station mechanic) trade certification is compulsory in Nova Scotia and available, but voluntary, in Prince Edward Island.
- Red Seal endorsement is also available to qualified automotive service technicians upon successful completion of the interprovincial Red Seal examination.
- Mechanical repairers, motor vehicle manufacturing
- Completion of secondary school and training courses or a vocational program are usually required.
- On-the-job training of two to three years is provided by employers.
- Truck and transport and truck-trailer mechanics
- Completion of secondary school and training courses or a vocational program are usually required.
- Completion of a four-year truck and transport mechanic or truck-trailer repair apprenticeship or A combination of over four years of work experience and industry courses in truck or heavy duty equipment mechanics is required to be eligible for trade certification.
- Trade certification for truck and transport mechanics is compulsory in Nova Scotia, Ontario and Alberta and available, but voluntary, in Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Quebec, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, British Columbia and the Yukon.
- Transport trailer technician trade certification is compulsory in Ontario and available, but voluntary, in Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Manitoba, British Columbia and the Yukon.
- Red Seal endorsement is also available to qualified truck-trailer repairers and truck and transport mechanics upon successful completion of the interprovincial Red Seal examination.
Additional information
- With additional training, mobility is possible between automobile and truck and transport mechanics.
- The Red Seal endorsement allows for interprovincial mobility.
- With experience, mechanics and technicians in this unit group may progress to supervisory positions.
- Mechanical repairers employed in motor vehicle manufacturing may progress to motor vehicle mechanic positions through an apprenticeship program, or with experience, they may progress to supervisory positions in motor vehicle manufacturing.
Is NOC 72410 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 2 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 72410 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | A listed skilled trade |
| Transport occupations (category draw) | On the eligible list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 72410 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $19.00 | $29.89 | $43.27 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $17.50 | $27.00 | $41.00 |
| Prince Edward Island | $16.65 | $25.50 | $32.00 |
| Nova Scotia | $17.00 | $25.00 | $36.32 |
| New Brunswick | $16.00 | $24.75 | $33.00 |
| Quebec | $20.00 | $28.00 | $40.00 |
| Ontario | $18.75 | $30.00 | $43.27 |
| Manitoba | $17.00 | $27.50 | $40.00 |
| Saskatchewan | $18.00 | $30.00 | $43.50 |
| Alberta | $19.84 | $30.00 | $47.00 |
| British Columbia | $20.00 | $35.00 | $49.00 |
| Yukon | $22.46 | $35.02 | $45.17 |
| Northwest Territories | $23.00 | $42.00 | $58.00 |
| Nunavut | $21.69 | $35.58 | $51.87 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Labour Force Survey). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 72410 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 72410 as you write.
- Start each bullet with a strong verb and end it with a result: how many, how often, how fast.
- Use the job title your employer used, even if the NOC title is different.
- Keep immigration details such as your NOC code and permit type off the resume.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for automotive service technician?
NOC 72410, Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers, a TEER 2 occupation.
What TEER is NOC 72410?
TEER 2. Usually a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or a supervisory role. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 72410 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 2 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class, and it is also a listed Federal Skilled Trades occupation. You still have to meet every other requirement, and your duties must match the NOC description.
Is NOC 72410 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
Yes. IRCC’s 2026 list puts it in the transport category. You need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same part-time) in it within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 72410 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $29.89 an hour, with most wages between $19.00 and $43.27. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 72410 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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