Machine-Tool Builders & Integrators build, assemble, and integrate components and systems on stand-alone and machine-tools on multi-station automated machine tool systems. These automated machine-tool systems are used in all sectors of manufacturing, including assembly, processing, and fabricating systems.
Job Related Skills, Interests and Values
- Safely using hand and precision tools; observing all safety and sanitation rules
- Reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, schematics, diagrams
- Planning and preparing jobs based on engineering drawings, specifications, and other materials
- Using lathes, mills, saws, drills, grinders, and welding equipment to build and prepare tooling
- Performing NC/CNC machining by identifying, selecting and setting up cutting tools
- Learning about pneumatics/hydraulics, power transmission systems, and electrical components in order to assemble, integrate, and test their functionality on a machine tool
- Liaising and communicating with co-workers and others on work process or related issues
completing work documentation concisely and accurately
What Preparation and Training Do You Need?
- Grade 12/age 16 legal minimum; English, advanced math, and physics credits assets
- Completion of a 7,280-hour on-the-job apprenticeship and three 8-week sessions of in-school training
- Exam to obtain Certificate of Qualification
What's Your Future as a Machine Tool Builder & Integrator (430M)?
- Full-time, indoors in air-conditioned manufacturing environment
- Related to tool and die work but involves complex and intricate sub-assemblies
- Keeping up with new technology important
- Employers include tool and die shops, industrial machinery manufacturers, and motor/transformer assembly companies
Wage Rate
Apprentice wage increases with skill and experience. Fully qualified workers earn an average of $34.16-$47.55 per hour.
Self-Rating
Machine Tool Builder & Integrator (430M)
| Ask Yourself: | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|
| Do you have good hand-eye coordination? | ||
| Do you have good reading, writing, mathematical, analytical and problem-solving skills? | ||
| Do you enjoy working with different tools and around machinery? | ||
| Are you able to follow Health & Safety guidelines? | ||
| Are you interested in gaining knowledge of machining, electronic components, hydraulic and pneumatics, and other types of manufacturing technology? | ||
| Can you look at a diagram or blueprint and visualize how things come together? | ||
| Do you work well in a team environment? |
If you checked YES to the majority of these questions, a career as a Machine Tool Builder & Integrator (430M) may be for you!
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