Also called: Recreational Vehicle Service Technician
Repairs motorhomes and campers, including engines, plumbing, electrical systems, and appliances.
An RV tech might fix a leaking roof in the morning, diagnose a generator in the afternoon, and troubleshoot a slide-out that won't move. Mobile techs drive to campgrounds.
Certificate, about 1 year after high school. Trade school or on-the-job training; RV industry certification.
Ways in: Trade school, Certification, On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: RV Service Technology (trade school).
Growing much faster than average (about 8% over 10 years). BLS 2025-35 projection band for SOC 49-3092: Much faster than average (7% or higher).
Low risk for 10 years. RVs pack plumbing, electric and engines into tight spaces; repairs stay hands-on, and demand is up.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply at RV dealers as a tech trainee or lot porter; they train you on RV systems
Classes: Auto tech CTE, Electrical CTE, Construction CTE.
Official data: O*NET occupation 49-3092.
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