Electrical Technician

Work setting

• In shop
• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assist in design, development and testing
• Assist in preparing estimates, schedules, specifications and reports
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Install, maintain and service equipment
• Assist in inspecting, testing and adjusting electronic components
• Assist in building and testing prototypes to specifications

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• CADD Course

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Internet
• Programming software
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Word
• Programmable logic controller (PLC)
• MS Office
• MS Windows

Equipment, eystems and controls experience

• Data communication equipment and systems
• Electric motors, generators, drives and motor controls
• Radio communication equipment
• Electronic testing equipment and systems

Type of industry experience

• Transportation
• Manufacture

Area of specialization

• Design
• Development
• Testing
• Installation
• Repair
• Troubleshooting

Additional information

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Physically demanding

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan