Apprentice motor vehicle mechanic

Wage Rate

 $28.10 Hourly

Languages

English

Education

High School

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Responsibilities

Tasks

Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems

Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions

Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems and components

Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems

Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems

Diagnose faults and malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit

Repair or replace mechanical units or components

Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications

Estimate parts and labour costs

Perform scheduled maintenance service

Test and adjust units to specifications

Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements

Complete reports to record problems and work performed

Coach and instruct apprentices

Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor

Provide customer service

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment

Hand-eye co-ordination

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Overtime required

Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

Accurate

Client focus

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Reliability

Team player

Apprentice plumber

Wage Rate

$31.25/h

Languages
English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years

Responsibilities
Tasks
Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems
Install, repair and maintain domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
Prepare tenders and quotations
Instruct apprentices
Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors
Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
Schedule personnel, tools and equipment
Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
Supervise other workers
Estimate costs and materials
Operate CADD and other computer software systems
Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size

Supervision
3-4 people

Work conditions and physical capabilities
Physically demanding
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Hand-eye co-ordination
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Overtime required
Work under pressure

Personal suitability
Accurate
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Judgement
Team player