general machinist

Additional Information

• Education: Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

• General manufacturing

Tasks

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts and tables
• Repair machine tools and parts
• Set up and adjust production machineries/tools
• Fit and assemble components and machine parts to close tolerance
• Maintain, repair and calibrate precision measuring instruments
• Verify dimensions of parts machined using precise measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers)
• Compute dimensions and tolerances and measure and lay out work pieces

Measuring tools

• Micrometers
• Callipers
• Gauges
• Verniers

Equipment and machinery experience

• Boring machines
• Conventional
• Drill presses
• Engine lathes
• Milling machines
• Sawing machine

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Screening questions

• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week