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		<title>Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic works on refrigeration, cooling and combined heating cooling combination systems including geo-exchange...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A <strong>Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic</strong> works on refrigeration, cooling and combined heating cooling combination systems including geo-exchange systems in residential, industrial, commercial, and institutional settings. Specifically, a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic:</p>
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<li><span>plans, lays out, installs, starts-up, connects, maintains, services, repairs, tests, verifies, commissions and decommissions refrigeration and air conditioning systems, electronic components and their accessories</span></li>
<li><span>installs and connects piping for the purpose of conveying all types of refrigerants used for both primary and secondary heating and cooling</span></li>
<li><span>checks efficiency outputs and parameters; inspects and checks operation and integrity of components; determines set points; replaces defective, leaking, discolored and worn components; performs shut-downs and lock outs; makes adjustments to pressures and controls; cleans and lubricates components; checks calibrations; reassembles and repairs components and systems; starts-up, tests and charges the systems</span></li>
<li><span>measures, cuts, bends, threads and connects pipe to functional components and utilities and services, tests, adjusts, commissions and decommissions the system</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33587" src="/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/red-seal-icon.png" alt="Red Seal Badge" width="50" height="50" /> Red Seal trade</p>
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		<title>Residential (Low Rise) Sheet Metal Installer</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Residential (Low Rise) Sheet Metal Installer installs residential air-handling and ventilation systems in low-rise (four storeys or fewer)...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A <strong>Residential (Low Rise) Sheet Metal Installer</strong> installs residential air-handling and ventilation systems in low-rise (four storeys or fewer) residential buildings that do not have common conditioned areas. The work is done in self/contained, singlefamily dwellings such as detached, semi-detached and town and linked homes that have a wood frame construction. Specifically, a Residential (Low Rise) Sheet Metal Installer:</p>
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<li><span>follows safe working practices and procedures and environmental protection practices</span></li>
<li><span>organizes work for residential (low rise) sheet metal installations</span></li>
<li><span>prepares the worksite</span></li>
<li><span>installs ventilation and main ducts</span></li>
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		<title>Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic works on residential air conditioning systems including geo-exchange systems. Specifically, a Residential Air...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A <strong>Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic</strong> works on residential air conditioning systems including geo-exchange systems. Specifically, a Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic:</p>
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<li><span>plans, lays out, installs, starts-up, connects, maintains, services, repairs, tests, verifies, commissions, and decommissions residential air conditioning systems, components and their accessories</span></li>
<li><span>installs and connects piping for the purpose of conveying all types of refrigerants used for both primary and secondary heating and cooling</span></li>
<li><span>maintains, services, repairs and replaces system components and accessories, including electrical and electronic components</span></li>
<li><span>checks efficiency outputs and parameters; inspects and checks operation and integrity of components; determines set points; replaces defective, leaking, discoloured and worn components; performs shut-downs and lock outs; makes adjustments to pressures and controls; cleans and lubricates components; checks calibrations; reassembles and repair components and systems; starts-up, tests and charges the systems</span></li>
<li><span>measures, cuts, bends, threads and connects pipe to functional components and utilities</span></li>
<li><span>services, tests, adjusts, commissions and decommissions the system</span></li>
</ul>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/residential-air-conditioning-systems-mechanic/">Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca">Skilled Trades Ontario</a>.</p>
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		<title>Sheet Metal Worker</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Sheet Metal Worker designs, creates, assembles installs, and repairs sheet metal products. Specifically, a Sheet Metal Worker: manufactures,...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A <strong>Sheet Metal Worker</strong> designs, creates, assembles installs, and repairs sheet metal products. Specifically, a Sheet Metal Worker:</p>
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<li><span>manufactures, creates, assembles, handles, erects, installs, dismantles, reconditions, adjusts, alters, repairs and/or services all ferrous and nonferrous sheet metal work of No. 10 U.S. Gauge or of any equivalent or lighter gauge and all other materials used in lieu thereof</span></li>
<li><span>reads and understands shop and field sketches used in fabrication and erection, including those taken from original architectural and engineering drawings or sketches</span></li>
<li><span>fabricates or installs metal cladding over insulation</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33587" src="/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/red-seal-icon.png" alt="Red Seal Badge" width="50" height="50" /> Red Seal trade</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/sheet-metal-worker/">Sheet Metal Worker</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca">Skilled Trades Ontario</a>.</p>
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		<title>Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer lays out, installs, maintains, modifies, inspects and tests fire protection systems, including water-based...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A <strong>Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer</strong> lays out, installs, maintains, modifies, inspects and tests fire protection systems, including water-based and speciality fire suppression systems in a variety of environments. Specifically, a Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer:</p>
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<li><span>installs water supplies above and below grade for fire protection systems</span></li>
<li><span>installs fire pumps, drivers and controllers, commissions, detection, protection and control systems</span></li>
<li><span> installs, maintains, and tests water-based fire protection systems</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33587" src="/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/red-seal-icon.png" alt="Red Seal Badge" width="50" height="50" /> Red Seal trade</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/sprinkler-and-fire-protection-installer/">Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca">Skilled Trades Ontario</a>.</p>
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		<title>Steamfitter</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Steamfitter lays out, assembles, maintains and repairs piping to carry water, steam, fluids, gases, chemicals and fuel for...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A <strong>Steamfitter</strong> lays out, assembles, maintains and repairs piping to carry water, steam, fluids, gases, chemicals and fuel for heating, cooling, lubricating and process piping systems. Specifically, a Steamfitter:</p>
<ul class="ocot-list">
<li><span>reads and understands design drawings, manufacturers literature and installation diagrams</span></li>
<li><span>lays out, assembles, installs, maintains, and repairs heating, cooling, process or industrial systems</span></li>
<li><span>installs piping for any process, including a process that conveys gas or pneumatic or air-handling system</span></li>
<li><span>installs high-pressure piping for any process</span></li>
<li><span>installs and maintains instrumentation control systems</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33587" src="/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/red-seal-icon.png" alt="Red Seal Badge" width="50" height="50" /> Red Seal trade</p>
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		<title>Transmission Technician</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Transmission Technician inspects, maintains, repairs transmissions and trans-axles on motor vehicles. Specifically, a Transmission Technician: inspects, diagnoses and...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A <strong>Transmission Technician</strong> inspects, maintains, repairs transmissions and trans-axles on motor vehicles. Specifically, a Transmission Technician:</p>
<ul class="ocot-list">
<li><span>inspects, diagnoses and troubleshoots drive shaft and axle assemblies</span></li>
<li><span>repairs manual and automatic transmissions, transaxles and components</span></li>
</ul>
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		<title>Truck and Coach Technician</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Truck and Coach Technician inspects, repairs and maintains commercial trucks, emergency vehicles, buses and road transport vehicles by...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A <strong>Truck and Coach Technician</strong> inspects, repairs and maintains commercial trucks, emergency vehicles, buses and road transport vehicles by performing work on structural, mechanical, electrical and electronic systems. Specifically, a Truck and Coach Technician inspects, repairs and maintains:</p>
<ul class="ocot-list">
<li><span>electrical and electronic systems</span></li>
<li><span>engines including fuel, exhaust, intake and emission controls</span></li>
<li><span>transmissions, lutches, drive shafts and axles</span></li>
<li><span>body and trim, frames and hitching/coupling systems</span></li>
<li><span>steering, suspension and computer control systems</span></li>
<li><span>tires, wheels and hubs</span></li>
<li><span>braking systems including air supply and hydraulic, heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33587" src="/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/red-seal-icon.png" alt="Red Seal Badge" width="50" height="50" /> Red Seal trade</p>
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		<title>Truck-Trailer Service Technician</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Truck-Trailer Service Technician inspects, diagnoses, maintains, rebuilds, assembles and repairs transport trailers connected to or moved by a...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A <strong>Truck-Trailer Service Technician</strong> inspects, diagnoses, maintains, rebuilds, assembles and repairs transport trailers connected to or moved by a power unit including flat decks, dry freight vans, refrigerated vans, tankers, converters, boosters, jeeps, pole trailers, steering dollies, dump trailers and any other commercial pull-type units. Specifically, a Truck-Trailer Service Technician performs work on:</p>
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<li><span>electrical systems</span></li>
<li><span>landing gear assemblies and trailer frames and bodies</span></li>
<li><span>hitching/coupling systems</span></li>
<li><span>suspension systems, tires, wheels, rims, hubs and axles</span></li>
<li><span>air and auxiliary systems</span></li>
<li><span>braking systems and hydraulic systems</span></li>
<li><span>heating and refrigeration systems and ventilation devices</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33587" src="/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/red-seal-icon.png" alt="Red Seal Badge" width="50" height="50" /> Red Seal trade</p>
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		<title>Automotive Service Technician</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>An Automotive Service Technician performs preventative maintenance, diagnoses problems and repairs vehicle systems in cars and light trucks. Specifically,...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An <strong>Automotive Service Technician</strong> performs preventative maintenance, diagnoses problems and repairs vehicle systems in cars and light trucks. Specifically, an Automotive Service Technician diagnoses and repairs:</p>
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<li><span>engines, transmissions, clutches, rear ends, differentials, brakes, drive shafts, axles and other assemblies</span></li>
<li><span>alignment of wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms</span></li>
<li><span>suspension systems, including shock absorbers and spring assemblies</span></li>
<li><span>ignition, charging and starting systems, panel instruments, wiring and other electrical/electronic systems and equipment</span></li>
<li><span>fuel and engine management and emission control systems</span></li>
<li><span>air-conditioning, refrigeration and heating systems</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-33587" src="/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/red-seal-icon.png" alt="Red Seal Badge" width="50" height="50" /> Red Seal trade</p>
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