Parts Technician

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Parts Technicians manage and sell parts for vehicles, appliance, machinery and equipment. They are responsible for maintaining parts storage systems, ordering parts for sale, tracking inventory, receiving orders and ensuring they are filled accurately. Parts Technicians also price parts and assist both the general public and other tradespeople in finding the parts they need.

Employers include dealerships, service shops, tool cribs, warehouses and parts distribution outlets.

Apprenticeship
Trade Qualifier

Apprenticeship Overview

Annual Requirements
Technical training delivered by:
  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic (All Levels)

1
Level
1,800
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
8
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
2
Level
1,800
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
8
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
3
Level
1,800
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
6
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)

Training Standards

Curriculum standards are organized by Saskatchewan. For more information, visit Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission or the Red Seal Occupational Standards (RSOS).

You must be a Manitoba resident to apply as a trade qualifier.

Challenging the Exam - Trades Qualification:

4.5
Years of Experience
8,100
Hours Required
No
Additional Practical Exam Required