Summary Automation Technician in Ontario
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Find key facts and figures about working as an automation technician. The following information is applicable to all Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians (NOC 22301).

Description

Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians provide technical support and services or may work independently in mechanical engineering fields such as the design, development, maintenance and testing of machines, components, tools, heating and ventilating systems, geothermal power plants, power generation and power conversion plants, manufacturing plants and equipment. They are employed by consulting engineering, manufacturing and processing companies, institutions and government departments.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$32.05/hour

Median wage in Ontario

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Prospects

Moderate

The job prospects are fair in Ontario

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Jobs

90 jobs

advertised in Ontario

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Competencies

  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Equipment and Tool Selection
  • Quality Control Testing
  • Product Design

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