Career Guide
Career Guide
Career Guide
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LETTER FROM THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The construction industry is the second largest industry in North America. Because of its
magnitude, it offers a great deal of career opportunities and with an aging workforce we
realize many new hires will occur in the near future.
For this reason, we have undertaken a project to develop materials that will better inform
secondary students, post-secondary students and parents about the opportunities and the
potential that the construction industry has to offer. WCA has been updating our information
on careers in construction and have compiled our findings into this manual. This Construction
Career Guide contains useful information that will help you along your path to success in the
construction industry. Its contents include apprenticeship information, career profiles, training
centres and colleges and various career pathways.
We hope you find this information both helpful, and informative, and will lead you to enter
the construction sector where your career success potential is truly unlimited.
Sincerely
Jim Lyons
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General Apprenticeship
Information
What is Apprenticeship?
Apprenticeship is one of four post-secondary educational career pathways. An Apprentice partakes in a combination
of on-the-job training and in-class training. Approximately 90% of training takes place on the job. The employers
job is to ensure that the Apprentice becomes competent in a particular trade based on standards set out by the
Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. In-class training will take place at either a College of Applied
Arts and Technology, Training Delivery Agent (TDA) or another approved delivery agent such as a union. After
completion of both in-class and on-the-job training, the Apprentice must pass an examination before they can receive
a Certificate of Qualification.
Why Apprenticeship?
Essentially, apprentices are being paid to learn. Hands on work experience earns you a pay check while earning
credits towards your OSSD.
For the many students who are hands on learners, apprenticeship offers you a great deal of quality hands on
learning experiences. A combination of hands on experience and in class training has proven to make a versatile
individual as well as a more employable individual.
Apprenticeship Completion Grant (ACG) is a $2000 grant available to qualifying apprentices who successfully
complete apprenticeship training and obtain their journeyperson certificate in a Red Seal trade.
Completing an apprenticeship in an Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) trade can earn you a total of
$4000 in grants!
OYAP is a program in which apprenticeship students can earn credits towards their education while receiving
on-the-job training in an apprenticeship program. OYAP students have the ability to explore career options in the
skilled trades. To enroll in OYAP students should meet with their Co-op teacher or Career Counsellorts to discuss the
requirements and which program they are best suited for.
Apprenticeship students and employers must sign a Registered Training Agreement (RTA) which outlines the
responsibilities of the Apprentice and of the employer. The RTA is not an employment contract. Once the contract
has been signed the Apprentice must become a member of the Ontario College of Trades (OCOT) within 90 days.
As long as you are a secondary school student with an RTA, your membership fees are waived. You must carry your
membership card with you on the job at all times and present it when asked by an inspector.
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OYAP Requirements:
Must have completed 16 credits towards an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
before starting the apprenticeship program.
Useful Links:
www.oyap.com
www.careersintrades.ca
www.apprenticesearch.com
www.collegeoftrades.ca
www.red-seal.ca
www.jobbank.gc.ca
www.caf-fca.org
www.youth.gc.ca
www.workingincanada.gc.ca
http://199.71.141.249/StudentSuccess/programs/
http://www.wecdsb.on.ca/school-programs-shsm.html
As in all aspects of your career, balance is key. A student with a balance of hands on education as well as academic
education can be very successful. The Specialist High Skills Major Program is an excellent way of obtaining that
balance. SHSM students get a combination of hands-on classroom experience through tech classes, as well as some
academic classes such as math or science. The completion of a SHSM Program also earns the student a red seal on
their Ontario Secondary School Diploma, making the student more credible to potential employers. Students also
receive recognition on their transcripts for completing a Specialist High Skills Major Program.
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CONSTRUCTION WORKFORCE
CAREER PATH
Elementary School
Secondary School
Foreman
Apprenticeship
Construction
Manager Supervisor
Constructor Safety Director
Architect Human Resources Director
Engineer Account Estimator
Journeyman
Accountant Purchasing Agent
Project Manager
Master
Craftsman
Senior Manager
Vice President
CEO
Company Owner
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TRAINING
New workers must be told and, if necessary, trained and shown whats expected
of them in terms of:
work performance
safe operation of tools and equipment
procedures around hazardous materials
proper use of any required personal protective equipment and clothing.
A new worker can absorb only so much information in the first few days. A copy of the companys health and
safety policy and program can help by reinforcing the points covered during orientation.
Wherever possible, use the buddy system to follow up on orientation. Pairing a new worker with a veteran
can help each to work more safely. You will reinforce the new workers training and raise the veterans safety
awareness at the same time.
The Infrastructure Health and Safety Association can help. Visit www.ihsa.ca for information and resources for
new and young workers, including training courses, online learning programs, and orientation templates.
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Colleges
Conestoga College
Confederation College
Fanshawe College
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CABINETMAKER NOC#7272
Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate Available.
Wage Rate: $11-$38 per hour
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Work Environment: You will be working in a variety of environments including outdoors and indoors
performing tasks that require physical fitness. Some travelling to different job locations where work is offered
may be required. Most Cement Finishers work a 35-40 hour week with the possibility of shift work.
Requirements: A Cement Finisher must complete an Apprenticeship Program. For eligibility you must be 16
years of age and have completed a grade 10 education.
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Job Description: In this occupation you will be preparing, excavating, backfilling, and cleaning up work
sites. You will also be handling materials, shipping parts and receiving parts. Craft Workers operate machinery
and tools around the job site on a regular basis. Additional duties are listed below.
1. Reading and applying basic blue prints, drawings and
layouts.
2. Operating hand and power tools.
3. Working with stationary equipment.
4. Stripping and handling materials.
5. Performing form setting.
6. Rigging and hoisting materials and equipment.
7. Erecting and dismantling scaffolding.
8. Placing concrete.
9. Selecting and installing temporary and permanent
barriers and fencing.
10. Backfilling and compacting sites
Requirements: To be a certified Construction Craft Worker you must complete a 2400 hour Apprenticeship
Program plus 2 x 8 weeks of in class training. You must be 16 years of age and have a minimum grade 10
education to be eligible for this program.
Colleges
Boreal College
Conestoga College
Northern College
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Work Environment: You will be working in a variety of environments including outdoors and indoors
performing tasks that require physical fitness. Some travelling to different job locations where work is offered
may be required. Most Cement Finishers work a 35-40 hour week with the possibility of shift work.
Requirements: To be a certified Concrete Mason you must complete a 6000 hour Apprenticeship Program
plus 1 x 8 weeks of in class training. For eligibility you must be 16 years of age and have completed a grade
10 education.
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CONCRETE PUMP OPERATOR NOC#7611
Wage Rate: $11-$24 per hour
Job Description: A Concrete Pump Operator coordinates the placement of concrete throughout a job site.
You will be placing concrete into forms by using a concrete pump that will easily move large quantities of
concrete.
Work Environment: You will be working outdoors in all weather conditions. A 40 hour week is standard but
you may be subject to some overtime in order to complete a job on schedule.
Requirements: To be a certified Concrete Pump Operator you must complete a 3000 hour Apprenticeship
Program plus
160 hours of in class training. To be eligible for this program you must be at least 16 years of age and have a
minimum grade 10 education.
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Job Description: In this profession you will be installing and finishing drywall sheets and various types of
wall and ceiling systems, both indoors and outdoors, in the residential and commercial sectors. Attention to
detail is important as you will be giving interiors and exteriors their finishes.
Work Environment: Most people in this occupation are either self-employed or work for a general contractor.
This work can sometimes be cyclical and seasonal. Your work will take place indoors and outdoors in all types of
weather. Physical fitness is important since you will be lifting heavy sheets of drywall on a regular basis.
Requirements: To become a certified Drywall, Acoustics and Lathing Applicator you must complete a 5400
hour Apprenticeship Program plus 2 x 10 weeks of in class training. To be eligible for this program you must be
at least 16 years of age and have a minimum grade 10 education.
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DRYWALL FINISHER AND PLASTERER NOC#7284
Wage Rate: $12.50-$36 per hour
Job Description: A Drywall Finisher and Plasterer installs different types of wall coverings and applies the
finish materials. You will install drywall corner beads and mouldings, applying compound and plaster, and
sanding walls and ceilings until smooth.
Work Environment: Most people in this occupation are either self-employed or work for a general contractor.
This work can sometimes be cyclical and seasonal and take place indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.
Requirements: To become certified Drywall Finisher you must complete a 5400 hour Apprenticeship Program
plus 480 hours of in class training. To be eligible for this program you must be at least 16 years of age and
have a minimum grade 10 education.
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Job Description: As an Electrician you will be creating the layout, assembly, maintenance, and connection
of a wide range of electrical equipment, from lighting to security systems, electrical devices to electrical
conductors. You will perform numerous tasks in the construction, repair or renovation of commercial and
industrial properties. This trade is strictly regulated as this work presents many hazards, such as the installation
of power generation and high voltage systems.
Work Environment: This trade is filled with a variety of different types of work. You may work indoors or
outdoors on any type of residential commercial or industrial building. Because of the high level of skills required
and the dangers of working with electricity, you will require a great deal of knowledge and experience to
become a journeyperson.
Requirements: To become a certified Construction and Maintenance Electrician you are required to complete
a 9000 hour Apprenticeship Program plus 2 x 10 weeks of in class training. Examination is mandatory in
Ontario. To qualify for an apprenticeship you must be at least 16 years of age with a grade 10 education.
Interprovincial Red Seal Certification is available.
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Job Description: As an Electrician you will be creating the layout, assembly, maintenance, and connection
of a wide range of electrical equipment, from lighting to security systems, electrical devices to electrical
conductors. You will perform numerous tasks in the construction, repair or renovation of residential and farm
buildings. This this work is strictly regulated as it can be hazardous.
Work Environment: This trade is filled with a variety of different types of work. You may work indoors
or outdoors on any type of residential commercial or industrial building. . Because of the high level of skills
required and the dangers of working with electricity, you will require a great deal of knowledge and experience
to become a journeyperson.
Requirements: To become a certified Domestic and Rural Electrician you are required to complete a 7200
hour Apprenticeship Program plus 2 x 10 weeks of in class training. Examination is mandatory in Ontario.
You must be at least 16 years old and have finished a grade 10 education.
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EXTERIOR INSULATED FINISHING SYSTEMS MECHANIC
NOC#7283 (EIFS)
Wage Rate: $13-$28 per hour
Job Description: In this occupation you will be covering the exterior of buildings or parts of buildings with
and insulated finishing system commonly known as stucco. An EIFS Mechanic covers the area with a continuous
layer of rigid insulation and then proceeds to coat that insulation with a stucco like material.
Work Environment: Your every day tasks will take place outdoors in most weather conditions. An EIFS
Mechanic has to be comfortable with heights and must be able to use hand tools efficiently. You will also be
assembling scaffolding on some jobs where it is required.
Requirements: To be a certified Exterior Insulated Finishing Systems Mechanic you are required to finish a
3600 hour Apprenticeship Program that includes in class training.
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Job Description: As a carpenter you must enjoy working with your hands. You will be in constant contact
with power and hand tools. You would be performing numerous tasks that include work, erecting foundations,
framing and finishing, installing windows and doors, building stairs, countertops and cupboards, laying
flooring, assembling scaffolding, suspended ceilings, assembling concrete forms, and even welding. You may
also be performing estimates, calculations, and layouts. General Carpenters may be working in the rough or
the finishing aspects of carpentry aspects of new buildings or renovations.
Work Environment: You will find yourself at a variety of job sites. Jobs may be indoors or outdoors and
consist of new projects or renovations on existing structures. Carpenters typically work 40-50 hours per week
during the busy season and work shorter days during the off season in winter. You may work for framers,
contractors or finish carpenters.
Requirements: To become a certified general carpenter you must complete a 7200 hour Apprenticeship
Program plus 3 x 8 weeks of in class training. Studying math and enrolling in shop classes will give you a good
head start in this career. Classes in industrial arts and mechanical drawing will help you decide whether this
trade may be a good fit for you. A grade 10 education is required and you must be at least 16 years of age to
be eligible.
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GLAZIER NOC#7292
Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate Available.
Wage Rate: $14-$33 per hour
Job Description: In this trade you will be preparing, installing and replacing glass. Applications include
residential, commercial and industrial, as well as automotive glass as well. This occupation also involves the
fabrication, assembly and installation of commercial windows and storefronts. Ability to read blueprints are an
asset when ordering materials as well as fabrication.
Work Environment: Glaziers work in a variety of environments such as residential, commercial, industrial,
retail service, and glass repair shops. You will handle multiple materials including glass, leaded glad, beveled
glass, protective glass, plate glass, mirrors, and all other plastics and other substances that can be used in
place of glass. You will often encounter outdoor work at great heights.
Requirements: It is recommended that you complete a 4 year (8000 hour) Apprenticeship Program. To
qualify for the program you must be at least 16 years of age and have a grade 10 education.
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HAZARDOUS MATERIAL WORKER (HAZMAT)
Job Description: As a Hazardous Material Worker you will identify, remove, package,
transport and dispose of radioactive and nuclear waste, arsenic, lead, mercury and any
other hazardous materials. You will sometimes have to respond to emergency situations
when hazardous materials are present. Other responsibilities include routine inspections and
identifying biological and physical hazards.
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Job Description: Heat and Frost Insulators insulate various types of machinery
with different types of materials. You will insulate plumbing, heating equipment,
cooking equipment and refrigeration systems as well as different parts of
buildings like ceilings and walls of buildings.
Work Environment: You will find yourself at a variety of job sites. Jobs may
be indoors or outdoors. Heat and Frost Insulators typically work a 40 hour week.
You may be employed by construction companies, insulation contractors, or may
start your own business.
Requirements: To be a certified Heat and Frost Insulator you must complete a 6400 hour Apprenticeship
Program. To be eligible for this program you must be at least 16 years of age and have a minimum grade 10
education.
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Job Description: This job includes repairing, servicing and maintaining mobile heavy duty equipment used in
construction, forestry, landscaping, material handling, mining and farming. You will be working on equipment
such as bulldozers, graders and mobile cranes to name a few.
Work Environment: A Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician must enjoy working at different job sites and
solving a variety of problems on a day-to-day basis. You may work shift work outdoors and indoors. Physical
stamina is helpful as this job can be physically demanding at times. Employers include mining companies,
construction companies and farm equipment manufacturers.
Requirements: If you wish to become a Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician it is recommended that you
complete a 3-4 year (6200-7000 hour) Apprenticeship Program, or a combination of over 4 years work
experience along with some education in that trade. Qualification requirements include a minimum age of 16
and a grade 12 education.
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Requirements: To be a certified Heavy Equipment Operator you must complete a 2260 hour Apprenticeship
Program including in class training. You must be at least 16 years of age and have a grade 12 education.
Colleges
Conestoga College
Northern College
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Job Description: IT Hardware Technicians support clients in their use of computer applications and operating
systems software. Skilled workers and apprentices install operating systems and application software.
Work Environment: As an IT Hardware Technician you will be working indoors and require excellent
customer service skills. You may also be subject to shift work.
Requirements: In order to become an IT Hardware Technician it is recommended that you complete and 3.5-
4 year (6420 hours) Apprenticeship Program. Eligibility requires that you are at least 16 years of age and have
a minimum grade 12 education.
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Job Description: This trade enables you to be creative. Metal Fabricators fabricate, assemble and fit steel or other
metal components for applications such as buildings, bridges, tanks, boilers and pressure vessels
Work Environment: As a Fabricator, you will be employed in structural steel, boiler and plate work fabrication
plants. Other employers can include heavy machinery manufacturing and shipbuilding ports.
Requirements: In order to become a Metal Fabricator, it is recommended that you complete a
3 year (4680-5400 hour) Apprenticeship Program. To be eligible for this program you must be at least 16 years of
age and have completed a grade 12 education.
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Job Description: Mobile Crane Operators maintain and operate mobile cranes that are capable of lifting
and moving materials weighing over 16,000 pounds. They move machinery or materials from place to place
on a construction site, port, industrial site or railway yard.
Work Environment: You will need excellent hand eye coordination and you must keep safety a priority when
operating large, powerful construction equipment. You will work a standard 40 hour week with the occasional
evening or weekend.
Requirements:
Level (BR) 1 Completion of a 3 year 6000 hour Apprenticeship Program plus 480 hours of in class training.
Level (BR) 2 (8-15 tons) Completion of a 1000 hour Apprenticeship Program plus 240 hours on in class
training.
To be eligible for your program you must be at least 16 years of age, and have a minimum grade 10
education.
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NETWORK CABLING SPECIALIST NOC#7245
Wage Rate: $13-$35 per hour
Job Description: Network Cabling Specialists read blueprints, select appropriate cables, plan and install
wiring systems and interpret technical documents. They splice, repair and test various types and sizes of
telephone and other telecommunication cables including single line, coaxial and fibre optic. You will also
diagnose and repair faulty lines and equipment.
Work Environment: Your work is performed indoors and outdoors, in all kinds of weather. It requires careful
attention to detail. You will be working a standard 40 hour week for phone companies and telecommunication
companies. A large portion of your day is spent driving to different locations.
Requirements: To become a Network Cabling Specialist it is recommended that you complete a 2-3 year
(4000-4500 hours) Apprenticeship Program. You must be at least 16 years of age and must have a minimum
grade 12 education to be eligible for this program.
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Work Environment: Physical fitness with good upper body strength combined comfort with working at
heights are necessary for this job. Typical job sites include residential houses, offices and commercial buildings.
You may work for a larger contractor but most residential painters are self employed.
Requirements: To become a certified Painter and Decorator you must complete a 6000 hour Apprenticeship
Program plus
3 x 8 weeks of in class training. To be eligible for this program you must be at least 16 years of age and have
a minimum grade 10 education.
Job Description: Industrial Painters prepare surfaces and paint factories, bridges, storage tanks and other types
of industrial structures. They assemble scaffolds, cradles, ladders and other structures to form work platforms.
Work Environment: Physical fitness with good upper body strength combined comfort with working at
heights are necessary for this job. Typical job sites include factories, bridges and towers.
Requirements: To become a certified Painter and Decorator you must complete a 6000 hour Apprenticeship
Program plus 3 x 8 weeks of in class training. To be eligible for this program you must be at least 16 years of
age and have a minimum grade 10 education.
To be eligible for your program you must be at least 16 years of age, and have a minimum grade 10
education.
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Job Description: This trade offers an interesting way to earn a living. You
will be construction, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground
electrical power transmission and distribution systems.
Job Description: A Precast Concrete Erector works in collaboration with a crane operator to lower precast
concrete members into place. They communicate using hand signals and with radios to align the panels in the
proper position. These concrete members include precast walls, floors and beams. Further duties include...
Requirements: To become a certified Precast Concrete Erector you must complete a 5400 hour
Apprenticeship Program including in class training. To be eligible for this program you must be at least
16 years of age and have a minimum grade 10 education.
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Job Description: A Precast Concrete Finisher applies finishing techniques to precast concrete flooring, walls,
patios and sidewalks either by hand or by machine. You will install fixtures into the concrete, replace or repair
damaged concrete, expose aggregate in architectural concrete along with repairing, finishing, cleaning,
grouting and chalking precast concrete surfaces. You will also be applying chemicals to achieve certain effects,
patterns and colours in precast concrete members.
Work Environment: You will be working outdoors in all types of weather. This job can be physically
demanding as most of the work is done by hand or with large machinery. You will be working a standard 40
hour week with the possibility of overtime to complete projects on schedule.
Requirements: To become a certified Precast Concrete Finisher you must complete a 4500 hour
Apprenticeship Program including in class training. To be eligible for this program you must be at least 16 years
of age and have a minimum grade 10 education.
Job Description: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics repair components of refrigeration and air
conditioning systems in residential, commercial and industrial settings. You can specialize as a Central Air
Conditioning Mechanic or a Heating and Cooling Mechanic. You will be working with ductwork electric motors
and any other components relating to heating and cooling.
Work Environment: Working conditions depend on the job. You may be working indoors as well as
outdoors. You may encounter dangerous situations when dealing with electricity and heights. Attention to
safety procedures are very important. Your employers may include repair companies, government agencies,
manufacturers or schools.
Requirements: To become a certified Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic you are required to
complete a 9000 hour Apprenticeship Program plus 3 x 8 weeks of in class training. A combination of work
experience in the trade along with high school and or college courses will also enable you to become certified.
To be eligible for this program you must be at least 16 years of age and have a minimum grade 10 education.
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Colleges
Conestoga College
Confederation College
Fanshawe College
St. Clair College
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Job Description: A Reinforcing Rod Worker installs the steel reinforcing in concrete structures. They cut,
fabricate, weld and tie all reinforcing steel together before the pour of a concrete component. They will be
working on all types of concrete structures including roads, infrastructure, bridges and skyscrapers.
Work Environment: You will be working outdoors in all weather conditions. A 40 hour work week is
standard with the possibility of overtime in order to complete a project on schedule. Employers include
construction companies, masonry contractors and residential and industrial building developers.
Requirements: To become a certified Reinforcing Rod Worker you must complete a 4000 hour
Apprenticeship Program plus a 1 x 8 week and 1 x 4 week in class training. To be eligible for this program you
must be at least 16 years of age and have a minimum grade 10 education.
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RESIDENTIAL AIR CONDITIONING MECHANIC NOC#7313
(Compulsory)
Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate Available.
Job Description: Air Conditioning Mechanics repair components of air conditioning systems in residential
and sometimes commercial settings. You can specialize as a Central Air Conditioning Mechanic or a Heating
and Cooling Mechanic. You will be working with ductwork electric motors and any other components relating to
heating and cooling.
Work Environment: Working conditions depend on the job. You may be working indoors as well as
outdoors. You may encounter dangerous situations when dealing with electricity and heights. Attention to safety
procedures are very important. Your employers may include mechanical companies, government agencies,
manufacturers or schools.
Requirements: To become a certified Residential Air Conditioning Mechanic you are required to complete a
9000 hour Apprenticeship Program plus 3 x 8 weeks of in class training. A combination of work experience in
the trade along with high school and or college courses will also enable you to become certified. To be eligible
for this program you must be at least 16 years of age and have a minimum grade 10 education.
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Colleges
Conestoga College
Confederation College
Fanshawe College
St. Clair College
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ROOFER NOC#7291
Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate Available.
Job Description: Working as a Roofer involves installing, repairing or replacing shingles or other roofing
materials. After an Apprenticeship Program has been completed, you may become a foreperson, supervisor or
even start your own roofing company.
Work Environment: Physical fitness and good upper body strength is important as roofers carry heavy
equipment and materials. You must be comfortable working outdoors and with heights. The work in this trade is
often seasonal and weather conditions are always a factor.
Requirements: To become a certified Roofer you are required to complete a 4000 hour Apprenticeship
Program plus 2 x 8 weeks of in class training. Prior education and experience will reduce this time period. You
must be at least 16 years of age and have a minimum grade 10 education to be eligible for this program.
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SHEET METAL INSTALLER (compulsory) NOC#7261
RESIDENTIAL (LOW RISE)
Wage Rate: $12-$43 per hour
Job Description: Residential Sheet Metal Installers install ductwork for HVAC systems as well as components
for roofing and flashing in the residential sector. You will be working with different types of tools to cut shape
and install metal components in a residential setting.
Work Environment: You can expect your work to be performed on construction sites and in various kinds
of manufacturing and production plants. Workers may be exposed to weather conditions, noise and dust.
However, manufacturing and shop work are done indoors. Physical fitness is also an asset.
Requirements: To become a certified Sheet Metal Worker, you are required to complete a 9000 hour
Apprenticeship Program plus 3 x 8 weeks of in class training. To be eligible for this program you must be at
least 16 years of age and have completed at least a grade 10 education.
Training Facilities/ Colleges:
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Job Description: Sprinkler System Installers fabricate, install, test and maintain all types of fire suppression
systems including water, foam, carbon dioxide, and dry chemical sprinkler systems in buildings.
Work Environment: Most of your work will be carried out indoors. You will be working in commercial and
industrial settings. Attention to safety is important due the work performed on scaffolding and ladders. Your
employers may include mechanical construction firms, plumbing contractors, heating and air conditioning
contractors or building developers.
Requirements: To become a certified Fire Protection Installer you are required to complete a 7200 hour
Apprenticeship Program plus 3 x 8 weeks of in class training. You must be at least 16 years of age and have
completed a grade 10 education.
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Job Description: Steamfitters assemble, install, maintain and repair heating, cooling or industrial systems.
These systems convey gasses, employ pneumatic tubing, involve air handling and form the infrastructure of
oil refineries and nuclear power plants. An understanding of blueprints is important. You will be cutting and
welding pipes together and pressurizing systems with air or liquid.
Work Environment: You can expect to work both indoors and outdoors. Attention to safety is important
due the work performed on scaffolding, rigging and in and around trenches. Your employers may be pipeline
construction contractors, steam generating plants, chemical and gas plants or utility companies.
Requirements: To become a certified Steamfitter/Pipefitter you are required to complete a 9000 hour
Apprenticeship Program plus 3 x 8 weeks of in class training. You must be at least 16 years of age and have
completed a grade 10 education. There will be some overlap between a Plumber and Steamfitter.
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TERRAZZO, TILE AND MARBLE INSTALLER NOC#7313
Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate Available.
Job Description: In this occupation you will cover interior and exterior walls, floors and ceilings with
terrazzo, tile or marble. You will tile everything from floors, walls and ceilings to swimming pools. These finishes
serve as decorative and protective coverings to these surfaces. In this job you have the ability to be creative
with your designs and patterns. With the selection of materials out there today, possibilities are endless.
Work Environment: Most of your work will be carried out indoors. You will be working in commercial,
industrial and residential settings. This job can be physically demanding as you work on your knew for most of
the day especially when laying marble and tile. Potential employers may include flooring companies, masonry
companies, general contractors or you may be self employed.
Requirements: To be a certified Terrazzo, Tile and Marble Installer you are required to complete an 8000
hour Apprenticeship Program which includes in class training. You must be at least 16 years of age and have
completed a grade 10 education.
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CONSTRUCTION
CAREER GUIDE
WELDER NOC#7265
Wage Rate: $13-34 per hour
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ARCHITECURAL
PROFESSIONALS
ARCHITECT NOC#2151
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BUILDING INSPECTOR NOC#2264
Wage Rate: $23-$42 per hour
Job Description: A Building Inspector will review building blueprints
submitted for permit by design professionals to ensure new construction
and renovations are structurally safe and adhere to local bylaws. Inspectors
will visit job sites before construction begins to ensure that the site is safe
to build on. Regular visits to the site at all stages of construction will ensure
that the work is built to conform to the building code.
Work Environment: You will work a standard 40 hour work. Most of your time will be spent in an office to
review building plans and then outdoors in all weather conditions to review the construction site. Visits to job
sites are a daily basis. Hard hats, safety shoes and safety glasses are required to be worn on all job sites as
you will be inspecting all aspects of construction. Sometimes you will be climbing ladders to inspect roofs as
well as inspecting small spaces like duct work.
Requirements: A combination of a college diploma in architectural technology and construction experience is
typically required to be a Building Inspector. In most areas, certification is required which will require a written
exam. Sometimes a degree will be required depending on the employer.
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ARCHITECURAL
PROFESSIONALS
ESTIMATOR NOC#2234
Wage Rate: $18-$55 per hour
Job Description: An Estimator analyzes and estimates the costs of construction projects. You will analyze
drawings and produce a total cost estimate to present to a client. Computer programs are used to help organize
and keep track of the costs of each stage of the project. You may also be taking bids from subcontractors to
determine who should be hired for each job.
Work Environment: You may find yourself working for contractors and consultants. Most of your time will
be spent in an office performing take offs. You will be working a standard 40 hour week with the possibility of
overtime in order to bid on a project on time. You may find yourself working for contractors and consultants.
Most of your time will be spent in an office performing take offs. You will be working a standard 40 hour week
with the possibility of overtime in order to bid on a project on time.
Requirements: To become an Estimator you should have a very good knowledge base in construction. A
minimum of a diploma in Architectural Technology or a related field such as Civil Engineering will be required.
A Bachelors Degree may also be required.
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PROJECT MANAGER NOC#0771
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ARCHITECURAL
PROFESSIONALS
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ENGINEERING
PROFESSIONALS
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ELECTRICAL ENGINEER NOC#2133
Wage Rate: $25-$60 per hour
Job Description: As an Electrical Engineer you will use computer software to design electrical components,
automation systems and control systems. You will attend meetings with other engineers and managers to discuss
expectations of a project as well as solving issues on current projects. Throughout the process you will test
products to ensure efficiency.
Work Environment: You will be spending most of your days in an office and or on job sites. In the office you
will spend your time on the phone, on the computer and reading and interpreting blueprints. On job sites you
will be solving problems, meeting with clients along with many other people involved with a project. You will
find yourself working for engineering firms, large industrial plants or power generation plants.
Requirements: To get a job in Electrical Engineering you will require a minimum of a Bachelors Degree. A
Masters degree or PhD is often required for a senior level position or a research position. In order to become a
Professional Engineer (P. Eng) you must poses a Masters Degree as well as work experience under an engineer
before you can write the examination.
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ENGINEERING
PROFESSIONALS
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MECHANICAL ENGINEER NOC#2132
Wage Rate: $25-$50 per hour
Job Description: As a Mechanical Engineer you will design machines and products using computer software.
You will attend meetings with other engineers and managers to discuss expectations of a project as well as
solving issues on current projects.
Work Environment: You will be spending most of your days in an office and or on job sites. In the office you
will spend your time on the phone, on the computer and reading and interpreting blueprints. On job sites you
will be solving problems, meeting with clients along with many other people involved with a project. Potential
employers include manufacturing companies, engineering firms, government agencies and utility companies.
Requirements: To get a job in Mechanical Engineering you will require a minimum of a Bachelors Degree. A
Masters degree or PhD is often required for a senior level position or a research position. In order to become a
Professional Engineer (P. Eng) you must poses a Masters Degree as well as work experience under an engineer
before you can write the examination.
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TRAINING DELIVERY
AGENTS (TDAS)
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TRAINING DELIVERY
AGENTS (TDAS)
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COLLEGE OF APPLIED
ARTS & TECHNOLOGY
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COLLEGE OF APPLIED
ARTS & TECHNOLOGY
Steamfitter
Muskoka Campus
111 Wellington St.
Bracebridge, ON
P1L 1E2
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COLLEGE OF APPLIED
ARTS & TECHNOLOGY
Cornwall Campus
2 Belmont St.
Cornwall, ON
K6H 4Z1
613-933-6080
Sheridan College www.sheridaninstitute.ca Electrician - Construction and Maintenance
Skills Training Centre
407 Iroquois Shore Road
Oakville, ON
L6H 1M3
905-845-9430
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