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72422.00 – Electrical mechanics

Electrical mechanics maintain, test, rebuild and repair electric motors, transformers, switchgear and other electrical apparatus. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Armature winder repairer
  • Coil winder and repairer
  • Electric motor systems technician
  • Electrical mechanic
  • Electrical mechanic apprentice
  • Electrical rewind mechanic
  • Electrical transformer repairer
  • Industrial motor winder-repairer
  • Power transformer repairer
  • Transformer repairer

Core competencies

  • Troubleshooting to quickly identify electrical issues in systems, diagnose faults through advanced testing methods and implement effective solutions to prevent recurrence
  • Repairing and Preventative Maintenance to diagnose complex electrical issues, repair or replace faulty wiring, motors and control systems and implement advanced preventative maintenance programs
  • Sound Localization to precisely identify the origin of sounds in complex environments, such as detecting the specific location of electrical malfunctions or equipment noise
  • Finger Dexterity to wind, assemble and install various types of coils for electric motors or transformers
  • Attention to Detail to meticulously inspect, diagnose and repair complex electrical systems, ensuring precise alignment of components, correct connections and adherence to safety standards
  • Knowledge in Electrical and Electronics to understand electrical circuits, wiring and common electronic components in order to perform routine repairs and maintenance on electrical systems

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Test and observe electrical, electronic and mechanical components and systems using testing and measuring instruments
  • Troubleshoot and repair electric motors, transformers, switchgear, generators and other electro-mechanical equipment
  • Replace or recondition shafts, bearings, commutators and other components
  • Wind, assemble and install various types of coils for electric motors or transformers
  • Perform static or dynamic balancing of armatures or rotors by welding, brazing or soldering electrical connections and by aligning and adjusting parts
  • Test and repair or replace faulty wiring or components in electrical switchgear
  • Test repaired motors, transformers, switchgear or other electrical apparatus to ensure proper performance
  • Perform some machining to recondition or modify shafts, commutators or other parts
  • Perform on-site servicing and repair.

Additional information

  • The Red Seal endorsement allows for interprovincial mobility.
  • Although specialization may occur, workers in this unit group are required to be proficient in repairing all electrical apparatus.
  • Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.
  • Electrical mechanics may specialize in working with certain types of apparatus, such as electric motors or transformers, or in performing certain functions, such as winding coils.

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NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

7 – Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations

TEER

2 – Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship training of two or more years; or supervisory occupations

Major group

72 – Technical trades and transportation officers and controllers

Sub-major group

724 – Technical maintenance trades

Minor group

7242 – Small engine and equipment mechanics and related repairers (including electrical components)

Unit group

72422 – Electrical mechanics

Occupational profile

72422.00 – Electrical mechanics

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