electrical mechanic

Additional Information

• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Noisy

Work setting

• Maintenance
• Repair
• Testing

Tasks

• Test and observe electrical and mechanical conditions of equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair electric motors, transformers, switchgear, generators and other electro-mechanical equipment
• Replace or recondition shafts, bearings, commutators and other components
• Wind, assemble and install various types of coils
• Perform static or dynamic balancing of armatures or rotors
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Perform on-site servicing and repair
• Test and repair or replace faulty wiring or components in electrical switchgear
• Test repaired motors, transformers, switchgear or other electrical apparatus to ensure proper performance
• Work with minimal supervision

Area of specialization

• Electric motors
• Industrial motors

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Manual dexterity

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Team player

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

• Life insurance
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: French
• Hours: 40 hours per week