• Maintaining, testing, rebuilding, and repairing electric motors, transformers, switchgear, generators, and other electrical apparatus (both AC and DC)
• Using testing and measuring equipment, including a voltmeter
• Replacing or reconditioning shafts, bearings, and other components
• Winding, assembling, and installing coils
• Testing, repairing, or replacing wiring or components of electrical switchgear
• Soldering, greasing bearings, and replacing or repairing shafts as required
• Safely using hand or power tools including multimeters, drill presses, and soldering equipment
• Understanding electrical and electron theories; knowing and following Canadian Electrical Code

• Grade 12/age 16 legal minimum; secondary school diploma often required
• While not mandatory, completion of a 7,520-hour apprenticeship, including on-the-job and in-school training, is recommended
• Exam to obtain Certificate of Qualification

• Mostly indoor work; often exposed to high electrical currents, so safety precautions are important
• Many self-employed, but large number of required tools makes this expensive
• Employers include independent electrical repair shops, service shops for electrical equipment, and manufacturers and maintenance departments

Apprentice wage increases with skill and experience. Fully qualified workers earn an average of $29.87-$40.00 per hour.

Electric Motor Systems Technician (446A)

If you checked YES to the majority of these questions, a career as an Electric Motor Systems Technician (446A) may be for you!

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