Compulsory Archives - Skilled Trades Ontario

Residential (Low Rise) Sheet Metal Installer

A Residential (Low Rise) Sheet Metal Installer installs residential air-handling and ventilation systems in low-rise (four storeys or fewer) residential buildings that do not have common conditioned areas. The work is done in self/contained, singlefamily dwellings such as detached, semi-detached and town and linked homes that have a wood frame construction. Specifically, a Residential (Low Rise) Sheet Metal Installer:

follows safe working practices and procedures and environmental protection practices
organizes work for residential (low rise) sheet metal installations
prepares the worksite
installs ventilation and main ducts

Alignment and Brakes Technician

An Alignment and Brakes Technician inspects, diagnoses and repairs electrical and electronic controls, suspension systems and frames, braking systems, tires, wheels, rims, hubs and axles, and alignment. Specifically, an Alignment and Brakes Technician inspects, diagnoses and repairs:

suspension systems and frames
braking systems
tires, wheels, rims, hubs and axles
alignment

Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic

A Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic works on residential air conditioning systems including geo-exchange systems. Specifically, a Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic:

plans, lays out, installs, starts-up, connects, maintains, services, repairs, tests, verifies, commissions, and decommissions residential air conditioning systems, components and their accessories
installs and connects piping for the purpose of conveying all types of refrigerants used for both primary and secondary heating and cooling
maintains, services, repairs and replaces system components and accessories, including electrical and electronic components
checks efficiency outputs and parameters; inspects and checks operation and integrity of components; determines set points; replaces defective, leaking, discoloured and worn components; performs shut-downs and lock outs; makes adjustments to pressures and controls; cleans and lubricates components; checks calibrations; reassembles and repair components and systems; starts-up, tests and charges the systems
measures, cuts, bends, threads and connects pipe to functional components and utilities
services, tests, adjusts, commissions and decommissions the system

Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer

An Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer repairs and/or replaces frame and structural components, mechanical, interior and electrical components, plastic and composite panels and sheet metal panels. Specifically, an Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer:

repairs, reshapes, and refits body panels
welds breaks in body panels
removes or replaces electrical, electronic components
repairs, removes or replaces wiring harnesses, air conditioning systems and mechanical components
straightens and aligns frames and unibody assemblies
removes, replaces, or adjusts steering and suspension components
aligns wheels

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Sheet Metal Worker

A Sheet Metal Worker designs, creates, assembles installs, and repairs sheet metal products. Specifically, a Sheet Metal Worker:

manufactures, creates, assembles, handles, erects, installs, dismantles, reconditions, adjusts, alters, repairs and/or services all ferrous and nonferrous sheet metal work of No. 10 U.S. Gauge or of any equivalent or lighter gauge and all other materials used in lieu thereof
reads and understands shop and field sketches used in fabrication and erection, including those taken from original architectural and engineering drawings or sketches
fabricates or installs metal cladding over insulation

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Auto Body Repairer

An Auto Body Repairer repairs the body of motor vehicles, motor coaches, trucks or truck-trailers, including preparing vehicle for refinishing and repairing vehicle bodies and components. Specifically, an Auto Body Repairer:

repairs, reshapes, and refits body panels
welds breaks in body panels
shrinks and stretches metal panels
repairs dents and other surface damage

Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer

A Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer lays out, installs, maintains, modifies, inspects and tests fire protection systems, including water-based and speciality fire suppression systems in a variety of environments. Specifically, a Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer:

installs water supplies above and below grade for fire protection systems
installs fire pumps, drivers and controllers, commissions, detection, protection and control systems
installs, maintains, and tests water-based fire protection systems

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Automotive Electronic Accessory Technician

An Automotive Electronic Accessory Technician:

Installs or repairs electronic accessories in motor vehicles and heavy trucks

Steamfitter

A Steamfitter lays out, assembles, maintains and repairs piping to carry water, steam, fluids, gases, chemicals and fuel for heating, cooling, lubricating and process piping systems. Specifically, a Steamfitter:

reads and understands design drawings, manufacturers literature and installation diagrams
lays out, assembles, installs, maintains, and repairs heating, cooling, process or industrial systems
installs piping for any process, including a process that conveys gas or pneumatic or air-handling system
installs high-pressure piping for any process
installs and maintains instrumentation control systems

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Automotive Service Technician

An Automotive Service Technician performs preventative maintenance, diagnoses problems and repairs vehicle systems in cars and light trucks. Specifically, an Automotive Service Technician diagnoses and repairs:

engines, transmissions, clutches, rear ends, differentials, brakes, drive shafts, axles and other assemblies
alignment of wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms
suspension systems, including shock absorbers and spring assemblies
ignition, charging and starting systems, panel instruments, wiring and other electrical/electronic systems and equipment
fuel and engine management and emission control systems
air-conditioning, refrigeration and heating systems

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