electric motor systems technician

Additional Information

• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Tasks

• Test and observe electrical and mechanical conditions of equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair electric motors, transformers, switchgear, generators and other electro-mechanical equipment
• Use machining tools to fabricate or recondition parts
• Replace or recondition shafts, bearings, commutators and other components
• Instruct apprentices
• Wind, assemble and install various types of coils
• Perform static or dynamic balancing of armatures or rotors
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Perform some machining to recondition or modify shafts, commutators or other parts
• 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
• Train technicians, assistants, students or interns

Area of specialization

• Electric motors

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Ability to distinguish between colours

Personal suitability

• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Long term benefits

• Pension plan
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 hours per week