Become a Recreation Vehicle Service Technician
Help Nova Scotians keep their Recreational Vehicles (RVs) road and adventure ready.
A Recreation Vehicle (RV) Service Technician installs and repairs exterior and interior components, installs accessories, and performs pre-delivery inspections on motor homes, holiday trailers, fifth wheels, truck campers and tent trailers.
Key Skills Needed
- Mechanical aptitude
- Comfort working at heights
- Ability to read drawings and specifications
- Problem-solving
- Good hand-eye coordination
- Safety awareness
Typical Mid-Range Hourly Rate
31
Career Outlook
Moderate - The odds of finding work in this field are considered average.
Pathways Into the Trade
- Direct Entry
Start working with a certified journeyperson and begin your apprenticeship right away - no experience needed. Most apprentices spend about 80% of their time on the job and 20% in training. - Trade Experience
If you already have experience – whether in Canada or internationally – you may be able to challenge the trade qualifier exam and become certified.
Working Conditions
- Work in RV dealerships, repair facilities, manufacturing plants and service locations
- Perform work in indoors in shops and outdoors at recreational vehicle sites
- Work around heights, electricity, gas systems and moving equipment
- Use hand tools, power tools, testing equipment and diagnostic devices
- Follow safety procedures while repairing and maintaining vehicles
*Profile data compiled by Labour, Skills and Immigration – AskLMI@novascotia.ca