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Career Opportunities in Small Engine Technology: Skills, Salaries, and Trends

There is a growing demand for skilled technicians in the small engine industry, covering sectors like lawn and garden equipment, recreational vehicles, and marine craft. Positions such as Outdoor Power Equipment Technician and Recreational Vehicle Technician offer starting salaries ranging from $8 to $10 per hour, increasing to $10 to $16 with experience. Essential skills include mechanical aptitude, good communication, and safety consciousness. Educational pathways include high school courses, technical school programs, and associate degrees, leading to rewarding careers with great customer relationships and excellent work environments.

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Career Opportunities in Small Engine Technology: Skills, Salaries, and Trends

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  1. Small Engine Technology Instructor: Mr. Brian Conte

  2. Industry Outlook • There is currently a large demand for technicians, parts specialists, sales personnel, and others who have recreational and small engines repair skills. 

  3. Auto Mower from 2-cycle Fuel Injection New Trends in the Industry

  4. Subdivisions Within The Industry • Lawn and Garden Equipment • Recreational Vehicle Equipment • Marine/Personal Watercraft Equipment

  5. Different Technician Opportunities Within The Industry • Outdoor Power Equipment Technician • Recreational Vehicle Technician • Marine/Personal Watercraft Technician

  6. Starting Salaries • Starting pay is $8-10 per hour. • $10-16 per hour after just two years of successful employment. • Many technicians are paid on a commission basis.

  7. Good reading and math skills Mechanical aptitude  Finger/manual dexterity Ability to evaluate and make decisions Safety consciousness Good eyesight  Good communication skills Good Phone skills Skills, Traits, And Tips, To Help Get The Job

  8. Major Players

  9. Things To Expect • Long Summer Hours • A lot Of Over Time • Great Customer Relationships • Increased Product Knowledge • Excellent Work Environment

  10. High School Courses • Small Engine Technology • Outdoor Power Equipment Repair and Maintenance • Recreational Vehicle Repair and Maintenance • Introduction To Occupations

  11. www.dutchessrec.com www.teixeirainc.com www.reardonbriggs.com www.adamspowerequipment.com Local Job Opportunities

  12. Technical Schools www.uticorp.com Ohio Technical College Powersport technology program www.ohiotechnicalcollege.com

  13. Two-year college opportunities Associates Degree in Golf Course Operation/Turf Mechanics WWW.Delhi.edu Associates Degree in Applied Science or Turf And Grounds Care Equipment WWW.Cobleskill.edu

  14. Four-Year College Opportunities WWW.Delhi.edu Bachelors Degree in Golf Course Management

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