electromechanical technician

• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : Bilingual
• Hours : 30 to 40 hours per week
• Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience : Experience an asset
• Electromechanical technology / electromechanical engineering technology
• Electromechanical and instrumentation and maintenance technologies / technicians, other
• Certificate of IEP completion programs
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

Clean

Work setting

• Office
• Various locations
• Laboratory

Tasks

• Design and develop power equipment and systems
• Install equipment
• Interpret blueprints or other instructions to plan methods or sequences of operation
• Maintain equipment
• Read blueprints or other instructions to determine work requirements
• Service equipment
• Supervise the building and testing of prototypes
• Test power equipment and systems
• Assist in design, development and testing
• Assist in preparing estimates, schedules, specifications and reports
• Write specifications
• Assist in inspecting, testing and adjusting electronic components
• Calibrate electronic equipment and instruments
• Conduct safety training programs
• Assist in building and testing prototypes to specifications
• Collect and compile operational or experimental data
• Carry out applied research in fields of electrical and electronic engineering and physics
• Conduct or supervise the installation, commissioning, and operation of electrical and electronic equipment and systems
• Set up and operate specialized and standard test equipment to diagnose, test and analyze the performance of electrical and electronic components, assemblies and systems
• Complete work orders, test and maintenance reports

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Certification by a provincial or territorial association
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Computer and technology knowledge

Computer-aided design (CAD)

Instrument experience

Mechanical

Equipment, eystems and controls experience

• Data communication equipment and systems
• Electric motors, generators, drives and motor controls
• Electronic testing equipment and systems
• Building system
• Lighting system
• Industrial processes
• Medical and biomedical equipment and systems
• Security system

Area of work experience

Evaluate work environments, programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury

Type of industry experience

• Consulting firm
• Pharmaceuticals and medicines
• Building services
• Electrical utilities
• Energy
• Manufacture

Service experience

Security

Specialization or experience

• Green economy sector
• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

• Development
• Testing
• Installation
• Repair
• Troubleshooting
• Electro-mechanical drafting
• Electronics (industrial)

Security and safety

Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information

• Own vehicle
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Public transportation is available
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel internationally
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sound discrimination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Physically demanding

Own tools / equipment

• Hard hat
• Safety equipment / gear
• Safety harness
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses / goggles

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Dependability
• Dedication

Green job

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Commission
• Gasoline paid
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Night shift premium

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Subsidised public transportation
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance
• Variable or compressed work week
• Wellness program

Support for persons with disabilities

• Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example : ramps, elevators, etc.)
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities
• Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and / or refugees
• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and / or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example : Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and / or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and / or refugees with experienced employees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and / or refugees

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Veterans

• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for Veterans
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans
• Recruits Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives (for example : job fairs, outreach programs etc.)
• Assists with immediate transition needs of Veterans (for example : relocation, housing, etc.)
• Offers workshops, counselling services or other resources to help Veterans navigate their transition into the civilian workforce (for example : adapting to different organizational structures)
• Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market
• Offers flexible onboarding options to allow Veterans to gradually adapt to the civilian workplace (for example : gradually increasing hours and responsibilities, etc.)

Support for Indigenous people

• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and / or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers

Support for mature workers

• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for mature workers
• Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example : gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)
• Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example : adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities
• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example : anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
• Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities
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