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Heavy-Duty Mechanic Wages in British Columbia
Median hourly pay, how it has moved since 2017, and how each economic region compares. 2025 data.
Median hourly
$45.00
Low (10th pct)
$27.00
High (90th pct)
$55.50
Full-time yearly
≈ $93,600
Vs. national
21% above
Wage trend
The median wage for heavy-duty equipment mechanics in British Columbia rose from $30.00 in 2017 to $45.00 in 2025 — 50% over 8 years, before inflation. The dashed break marks the 2021 reclassification: the two segments are measured on different occupational definitions and are shown separately rather than joined.
By region within British Columbia
| Economic region | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast | $30.00 | $46.00 | $57.60 |
| Thompson--Okanagan | $30.73 | $45.70 | $68.63 |
| Lower Mainland | $25.40 | $45.00 | $55.50 |
| Kootenay | $33.25 | $45.00 | $54.00 |
| North Coast | $23.00 | $44.80 | $53.00 |
| Nechako | $23.00 | $44.80 | $53.00 |
| Cariboo | $27.00 | $43.25 | $60.10 |
| Vancouver Island and Coast | $22.00 | $42.00 | $62.00 |
Other trades in British Columbia
- Electricians
- Industrial Electricians
- Powerline Technicians
- Plumbers
- Steamfitters and Pipefitters
- Carpenters
- Welders
- Sheet Metal Workers
- Ironworkers
- Machinists
- Millwrights and Industrial Mechanics
- Aircraft Mechanics
- Automotive Service Technicians
- Concrete Finishers
- Drywall Installers
- Roofers
- Painters and Decorators
- Machining Contractors and Supervisors
- Electrical Contractors and Supervisors
- Carpentry Contractors and Supervisors
- Construction Contractors and Supervisors
- Mechanic Shop Contractors and Supervisors
- Heavy Equipment Crew Supervisors
The full-time yearly figure is the median hourly wage × 2,080 hours (40 a week, 52 weeks). It is an equivalent, not a published salary, and excludes overtime. Official classification: Heavy-duty equipment mechanics (NOC 72401). Source: Labour Force Survey.