Electrical Rewind Mechanic, Equipment and Appliance Service Trades, Mechanic, Service Technician
Interest in precision working to perform static and dynamic balancing of armatures and rotors by welding, brazing and soldering electrical connections, and by aligning and adjusting parts
Interest in testing repaired motors, transformers, switchgear and other electrical apparatus to make sure they work properly
Interest in analyzing information to troubleshoot and repair motors, transformers, switchgear, generators and other electrical electro-mechanical equipment
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Electric motor systems technicians maintain the electric motors and related equipment used to power machinery and equipment in various applications such as production plants and large businesses. In general, they:
Most electric motor systems technicians work a 40 hour week with some overtime required when equipment breaks down. They work primarily indoors in large shops and production plants. Those who work for firms that contract their services to other organizations may remove and replace burned out motors on customers' premises, and may have to travel regularly to maintain customer equipment.
Electric motor systems technicians may be required to move items weighing up to 25 kilograms.
Electric motor systems technicians need the following characteristics:
They should enjoy work that requires precision.
To work in Alberta, an electric motor systems technician must be ONE of the following:
To register with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training, apprentices must:
The term of apprenticeship is four years (four 12 month periods) that include a minimum of 1,500 hours of on-the-job training and eight weeks of technical training each year. High school students can earn credits toward apprenticeship training and a high school diploma at the same time through the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP).
Applicants who have related training or work experience may be eligible for credit or certification.
Electric motor systems technician apprentices may take the interprovincial exam in the final period of their apprenticeship training to earn a Red Seal (certification recognized in most parts of Canada).
Technical training is arranged by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training and is currently offered at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) in Calgary.
For more information, visit the Technical Training Centre on the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training website.
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Electric motor systems technicians are employed by companies that repair and service electric motors and equipment, and by contractors in the field.
Experienced electric motor systems technicians may:
Alberta certified journeyperson electric motor systems technicians who have the supervisory or management skills required by industry may apply for an Achievement in Business Competencies Blue Seal by contacting Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training.
Electric motor systems technicians are part of the larger 2011 National Occupational Classification 7333: Electrical Mechanics. In Alberta, 76% of people employed in this classification work in the following industries:
The employment outlook in this occupation will be influenced by a wide variety of factors including:
Employment turnover is expected to increase as members of the baby boom generation retire over the next few years.
Journeyperson wage rates vary but generally range from $34 to $50 an hour plus benefits (2014 estimates). It is common for journeymen to work an average of 20% extra in paid overtime hours. Apprentice electric motor systems technicians earn at least 55% of the journeyperson wage rate in their place of employment in the first year, 65% in the second, 75% in the third and 85% in the fourth.
| Wages* | Low (5th percentile) | High (95th percentile) | Average | Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting | $20.00 | $49.90 | $30.89 | $32.00 |
| Overall | $25.00 | $49.98 | $39.86 | $42.00 |
| Top | $30.00 | $49.98 | $42.29 | $44.60 |
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* All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production) and other forms of compensation.
Good Reliability, represents a CV of between 6.01% and 15.00% and/or fewer than 30 survey observations and/or if survey observations represent less than 50% of all estimated employment for the occupation.
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Updated Mar 25, 2015. The information contained in this profile is current as of the dates shown. Salary, employment outlook and educational program information may change without notice. It is advised that you confirm this information before making any career decisions.