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		<title>Facilities Mechanic</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Facilities Mechanic: Inspects fire safety equipment Inspects, performs routine maintenance on and troubleshoots heating and ventilation systems Inspects...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Facilities Mechanic:</p>
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<li><span>Inspects fire safety equipment</span></li>
<li><span>Inspects, performs routine maintenance on and troubleshoots heating and ventilation systems</span></li>
<li><span>Inspects and performs routine maintenance on domestic appliances, laundry systems and air conditioning systems</span></li>
<li><span>Inspects and performs routine maintenance on low voltage electrical and plumbing systems</span></li>
<li><span>Inspects, performs routine maintenance on and troubleshoots the building envelope and roofing</span></li>
<li><span>Performs grounds maintenance</span></li>
</ul>
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		<title>Pattern Maker</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Pattern Maker: Reads and interprets complex engineering drawings, pattern drawings and work process documentation Designs and creates foundry...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Pattern Maker:</p>
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<li><span>Reads and interprets complex engineering drawings, pattern drawings and work process documentation</span></li>
<li><span>Designs and creates foundry patterns and core boxes from metal, wood, plastic and polystyrene for parts and components cast from metal</span></li>
<li><span>Builds precision pattern tooling using wood and metal cutting machines and equipment, including saws, drills, grinders, lathes, mills and electrical discharge machines</span></li>
<li><span>Performs work-in-process measuring and checking using specialized and precision tools and equipment</span></li>
</ul>
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		<title>Tractor-Trailer Commercial Driver</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Tractor-Trailer Commercial Driver operates a tractor-trailer for commercial purposes to transport goods, products and materials across provincial, national...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A <strong>Tractor-Trailer Commercial Driver</strong> operates a tractor-trailer for commercial purposes to transport goods, products and materials across provincial, national and international routes. Specifically, a Tractor-Trailer Commercial Driver:</p>
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<li><span>plans and executes driving routes</span></li>
<li><span>secures cargo and loads to ensure safety and prevent damage</span></li>
<li><span>inspects equipment, conducts routine vehicle safety checks and reports problems</span></li>
<li><span>prepares compliance and commercial documentation</span></li>
<li><span>handles equipment off road and on highways</span></li>
<li><span>controls vehicle speed, space and road position in all driving conditions</span></li>
<li><span>practices defensive and courteous driving techniques</span></li>
</ul>
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		<title>Facilities Technician</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Facilities Technician: Performs preventive maintenance Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on air conditioning and ventilation systems Operates,...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Facilities Technician:</p>
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<li><span>Performs preventive maintenance</span></li>
<li><span>Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on air conditioning and ventilation systems</span></li>
<li><span>Operates, troubleshoots and performs routine maintenance on air compressors</span></li>
<li><span>Operates, troubleshoots and performs routine maintenance on chillers and refrigeration systems</span></li>
<li><span>Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on water treatment systems</span></li>
<li><span>Inspects and verifies fire suppression and sprinkler systems</span></li>
<li><span>Inspects, tests and verifies emergency power and lighting systems</span></li>
<li><span>Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on heating systems.</span></li>
<li><span>Operates, troubleshoots and performs routine maintenance on pumps and pumping systems</span></li>
<li><span>Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on low pressure boilers</span></li>
<li><span>Operates electrical systems</span></li>
<li><span>Performs routine maintenance on fume hoods</span></li>
<li><span>Operates and performs routine maintenance on control systems and instrumentation</span></li>
<li><span>Inspects and monitors plumbing systems.</span></li>
<li><span>Monitors and analyzes utility consumption</span></li>
</ul>
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		<title>Pressure Systems Welder</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Pressure Systems Welder: Welds metal plates, shells, tubes, drums and structures to assemble and repair boilers and pressure...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Pressure Systems Welder:</p>
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<li><span>Welds metal plates, shells, tubes, drums and structures to assemble and repair boilers and pressure systems to meet pressure test standards.</span></li>
</ul>
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		<title>Water Well Driller</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Water Well Driller operates a truck-mounted drilling rig and supporting equipment to drill water wells. Specifically, a Water...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Water Well Driller operates a truck-mounted drilling rig and supporting equipment to drill water wells.</p>
<p>Specifically, a Water Well Driller:</p>
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<li><span>plans and prepares site locations</span></li>
<li><span>communicates with co-workers to identify previous job operations, availability of tools, parts, and machinery, scheduling requirements, and any other information needed to complete job</span></li>
<li><span>mobilizes the drilling rig</span></li>
<li><span>maintains and repairs drilling equipment</span></li>
<li><span>sets up and operates rotary drill</span></li>
<li><span>sets up, operates and maintains other related equipment</span></li>
<li><span>cuts and welds metal</span></li>
<li><span>performs well development</span></li>
<li><span>installs and maintains related systems</span></li>
<li><span>completes work documentations</span></li>
<li><span>follows legislative, regulatory, code and other related standards and requirements</span></li>
</ul>
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		<title>General Machinist</title>
		<link>https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/general-machinist/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A General Machinist cuts, shapes and finishes metal to make precision machined parts and components used in all areas...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A <strong>General Machinist</strong> cuts, shapes and finishes metal to make precision machined parts and components used in all areas of manufacturing. Specifically, a General Machinist:</p>
<ul class="ocot-list">
<li><span>reads and interprets complex engineering drawings and work-process documentation</span></li>
<li><span>cuts, shapes, and finishes metal to make precision machined parts and components</span></li>
<li><span>sets up and operates both conventional and numerically controlled metal-cutting machines and equipment, including saws, drills, grinders, lathes and mills</span></li>
<li><span>performs work-in-process measuring or checking using specialized and precision tools and equipment</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>Process Operator &#8211; Food Manufacturing</title>
		<link>https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/process-operator-food-manufacturing/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Process Operator — Food Manufacturing: Operates, monitors, adjusts, and maintains food processing units and equipment</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Process Operator — Food Manufacturing:</p>
<ul class="ocot-list">
<li><span>Operates, monitors, adjusts, and maintains food processing units and equipment</span></li>
</ul>
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		<title>Welder</title>
		<link>https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/welder/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Welder permanently joins pieces of metal or manufactured parts using metal filler and heat and/or pressure; builds structures...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A <strong>Welder</strong> permanently joins pieces of metal or manufactured parts using metal filler and heat and/or pressure; builds structures and repairs broken or cracked parts according to specifications; and carries out special processes, such as welding studs and brazing. Specifically, a Welder:</p>
<ul class="ocot-list">
<li><span>lays out, cuts, and forms metals to specifications</span></li>
<li><span>fits sub-assemblies and assemblies together and preparing assemblies for welding</span></li>
<li><span>uses three major types of welding: arc, gas, and resistance</span></li>
<li><span>uses various welding and cutting processes to join structural steel and cut metal in vessels, piping and other components</span></li>
<li><span>fabricates parts, tools, machines and equipment</span></li>
<li><span>joins parts being manufactured, builds structures and repairs damaged or worn parts</span></li>
<li><span>controls for quality before, during and after welding</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>Hydraulic/Pneumatic Mechanic</title>
		<link>https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/hydraulicpneumatic-mechanic/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 1970 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Hydraulic/Pneumatic Mechanic performs some or all of the following duties: Installs, maintains, repairs, rebuilds, or modifies existing hydraulic,...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Hydraulic/Pneumatic Mechanic performs some or all of the following duties:</p>
<ul class="ocot-list">
<li><span>Installs, maintains, repairs, rebuilds, or modifies existing hydraulic, pneumatic, or fluid systems, controls, and components;</span></li>
<li><span>Checks and verifies design drawings to ensure conformity to specification and design data;</span></li>
<li><span>Develops and prepares sketches;</span></li>
<li><span>Writes technical reports;</span></li>
<li><span>Examines drawings to check for errors;</span></li>
<li><span>Maintains records of repairs completed.</span></li>
</ul>
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