Pressure Systems Welder

A Pressure Systems Welder:

  • Welds metal plates, shells, tubes, drums and structures to assemble and repair boilers and pressure systems to meet pressure test standards.

Machine Tool Builder and Integrator

Machine Tool Builder and Integrator:

  • Reads and interprets complex engineering drawings, schematics, bills of materials and machine-tool build assembly documentation
  • Builds precision in-process tooling, machine-tool parts and components using conventional and numerically controlled metal cutting machines and equipment, including saws, drills, grinders, lathes and mills
  • Designs, devises and details assembly plans for the machine tool building and integrating process
  • Builds, assembles and integrates pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical components, power transmission systems, conveyor systems and feeder systems
  • Assembles and integrates subassemblies into the main assembly of stand-alone machine tools and multistation automated machine tool systems.

Metal Fabricator (Fitter)

A Metal Fabricator (Fitter) builds, assembles and repairs products made of ferrous and non ferrous metals for use in a wide variety of manufacturing and construction industries. Specifically, a Metal Fabricator (Fitter):

  • reads and interprets engineered drawings, sketches, codes and standards
  • plans the sequence of tasks and executes fabrication safely and efficiently
  • performs calculations and applies shop formulas by using mathematical methods to develop patterns
  • completes the task of measuring, marking and laying out a variety of plate and structural shapes
  • sets up and operates trade specific machinery to cut and form parts to be assembled
  • assembles and fits parts to form sub-assemblies or complete units used in the manufacturing process
  • connects components using various welding processes and mechanical fasteners
  • utilizes material handling, rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment safely
  • performs job duties safely and with precision ensuring compliance with drawings and applicable codes and standards

Red Seal Badge Red Seal trade

Mould Maker

A Mould Maker:

  • Reads and interprets complex engineering drawings and work-process documentation
  • Designs, builds, and repairs moulds and models used to mass produce plastic or metal components or products
  • Builds precision mould components using conventional and numerically controlled metal-cutting machines and equipment including saws, drills, grinders, lathes, mills, and EDMs
  • Performs work-in-process measuring or checking using specialized and precision tools and equipment

Entertainment Industry Power Technician

An Entertainment Industry Power Technician works in film, television, live performance, trade shows, special event productions and carnivals by doing the following:

  • Evaluating job requirements
  • Planning, building, installing, maintaining and disassembling power distribution systems, including both main and subdistribution systems
  • Designing and installing temporary distribution systems
  • Installing, controlling and disassembling lighting
  • Managing portable power supplies including maintenance of batteries

Facilities Mechanic

A Facilities Mechanic:

  • Inspects fire safety equipment
  • Inspects, performs routine maintenance on and troubleshoots heating and ventilation systems
  • Inspects and performs routine maintenance on domestic appliances, laundry systems and air conditioning systems
  • Inspects and performs routine maintenance on low voltage electrical and plumbing systems
  • Inspects, performs routine maintenance on and troubleshoots the building envelope and roofing
  • Performs grounds maintenance

Pattern Maker

A Pattern Maker:

  • Reads and interprets complex engineering drawings, pattern drawings and work process documentation
  • Designs and creates foundry patterns and core boxes from metal, wood, plastic and polystyrene for parts and components cast from metal
  • Builds precision pattern tooling using wood and metal cutting machines and equipment, including saws, drills, grinders, lathes, mills and electrical discharge machines
  • Performs work-in-process measuring and checking using specialized and precision tools and equipment

Facilities Technician

A Facilities Technician:

  • Performs preventive maintenance
  • Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on air conditioning and ventilation systems
  • Operates, troubleshoots and performs routine maintenance on air compressors
  • Operates, troubleshoots and performs routine maintenance on chillers and refrigeration systems
  • Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on water treatment systems
  • Inspects and verifies fire suppression and sprinkler systems
  • Inspects, tests and verifies emergency power and lighting systems
  • Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on heating systems.
  • Operates, troubleshoots and performs routine maintenance on pumps and pumping systems
  • Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on low pressure boilers
  • Operates electrical systems
  • Performs routine maintenance on fume hoods
  • Operates and performs routine maintenance on control systems and instrumentation
  • Inspects and monitors plumbing systems.
  • Monitors and analyzes utility consumption

General Machinist

A General Machinist cuts, shapes and finishes metal to make precision machined parts and components used in all areas of manufacturing. Specifically, a General Machinist:

  • reads and interprets complex engineering drawings and work-process documentation
  • cuts, shapes, and finishes metal to make precision machined parts and components
  • sets up and operates both conventional and numerically controlled metal-cutting machines and equipment, including saws, drills, grinders, lathes and mills
  • performs work-in-process measuring or checking using specialized and precision tools and equipment

Red Seal Badge Red Seal trade

Bearings Mechanic

A Bearings Mechanic performs the following:

  • Disassembles and cleans bearings, seals and chocks
  • Inspects bearings, seals and chocks for wear, and damage
  • Repairs or replaces bearings, seals and chocks

*IMPORTANT NOTICE*
Please note that this trade has been placed under review for a 3-month period as a result of low activity in the apprenticeship program. To learn more about the review process, please see: STO initiates review of 18 apprenticeship programs – Skilled Trades Ontario.