Small Engine Technology Instructor: Mr. Brian Conte

Industry Outlook

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

New Trends in the Industry

• Auto Mower from • 2-cycle Fuel Injection

Subdivisions Within The Industry

• Lawn and Garden Equipment

• Recreational Vehicle Equipment

• Marine/Personal Watercraft Equipment

Different Technician Opportunities Within The Industry

• Outdoor Power Equipment Technician

• Recreational Vehicle Technician• Marine/Personal Watercraft

Technician

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.

Skills, Traits, And Tips, To Help Get The Job

• 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

Major Players

Things To Expect

• Long Summer Hours• A lot Of Over Time• Great Customer Relationships• Increased Product Knowledge• Excellent Work Environment

High School Courses

• Small Engine Technology• Outdoor Power Equipment Repair

and Maintenance• Recreational Vehicle Repair and

Maintenance• Introduction To Occupations

Local Job Opportunities

www.dutchessrec.com

www.teixeirainc.com

• www.reardonbriggs.com

• www.adamspowerequipment.com

Technical Schools

Ohio Technical CollegePowersport technology programwww.ohiotechnicalcollege.com

www.uticorp.com

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

Four-Year College Opportunities

WWW.Delhi.edu Bachelors Degree in Golf Course

Management