Sector: Industrial

A Tool and Die Maker designs, creates, repairs and tests prototypes and production tools such as dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges and specialty tools using various metals, alloys and plastics. Specifically, a Tool and Die Maker:

• reads and interprets complex engineering drawings, tooling drawings and work-process documentation
• designs, builds, changes and repairs dies, forms, cutting tools, gauges, jigs and fixtures for the manufacturing sector
• builds precision dies, tools and prototypes using conventional and numerically controlled metal-cutting and forming machines and equipment including saws, drills, grinders, lathes, mills, die presses and electrical discharge machines
• performs work-in-process measuring and checking using specialized and precision tools and equipment

 Red Seal trade

A Pressure Systems Welder:

• Welds metal plates, shells, tubes, drums and structures to assemble and repair boilers and pressure systems to meet pressure test standards.

A Railway Car Technician:

• Inspects, repairs, replaces and reconditions mechanical or structural components and systems of freight cars and passenger coaches
• organizes work
• performs material handling procedures
• services rail trucks
• services underframes
• services brakes
• services car safety appliances
• services car bodies
• services coaches
• performs safety and maintenance inspections

A Metal Fabricator (Fitter) builds, assembles and repairs products made of ferrous and non ferrous metals for use in a wide variety of manufacturing and construction industries. Specifically, a Metal Fabricator (Fitter):

• reads and interprets engineered drawings, sketches, codes and standards
• plans the sequence of tasks and executes fabrication safely and efficiently
• performs calculations and applies shop formulas by using mathematical methods to develop patterns
• completes the task of measuring, marking and laying out a variety of plate and structural shapes
• sets up and operates trade specific machinery to cut and form parts to be assembled
• assembles and fits parts to form sub-assemblies or complete units used in the manufacturing process
• connects components using various welding processes and mechanical fasteners
• utilizes material handling, rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment safely
• performs job duties safely and with precision ensuring compliance with drawings and applicable codes and standards

 Red Seal trade

A Mould Maker:

• Reads and interprets complex engineering drawings and work-process documentation
• Designs, builds, and repairs moulds and models used to mass produce plastic or metal components or products
• Builds precision mould components using conventional and numerically controlled metal-cutting machines and equipment including saws, drills, grinders, lathes, mills, and EDMs
• Performs work-in-process measuring or checking using specialized and precision tools and equipment

An Entertainment Industry Power Technician works in film, television, live performance, trade shows, special event productions and carnivals by doing the following:

• Evaluating job requirements
• Planning, building, installing, maintaining and disassembling power distribution systems, including both main and subdistribution systems
• Designing and installing temporary distribution systems
• Installing, controlling and disassembling lighting
• Managing portable power supplies including maintenance of batteries

A Facilities Mechanic:

• Inspects fire safety equipment
• Inspects, performs routine maintenance on and troubleshoots heating and ventilation systems
• Inspects and performs routine maintenance on domestic appliances, laundry systems and air conditioning systems
• Inspects and performs routine maintenance on low voltage electrical and plumbing systems
• Inspects, performs routine maintenance on and troubleshoots the building envelope and roofing
• Performs grounds maintenance

A Pattern Maker:

• Reads and interprets complex engineering drawings, pattern drawings and work process documentation
• Designs and creates foundry patterns and core boxes from metal, wood, plastic and polystyrene for parts and components cast from metal
• Builds precision pattern tooling using wood and metal cutting machines and equipment, including saws, drills, grinders, lathes, mills and electrical discharge machines
• Performs work-in-process measuring and checking using specialized and precision tools and equipment

A Facilities Technician:

• Performs preventive maintenance
• Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on air conditioning and ventilation systems
• Operates, troubleshoots and performs routine maintenance on air compressors
• Operates, troubleshoots and performs routine maintenance on chillers and refrigeration systems
• Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on water treatment systems
• Inspects and verifies fire suppression and sprinkler systems
• Inspects, tests and verifies emergency power and lighting systems
• Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on heating systems.
• Operates, troubleshoots and performs routine maintenance on pumps and pumping systems
• Operates, monitors and performs routine maintenance on low pressure boilers
• Operates electrical systems
• Performs routine maintenance on fume hoods
• Operates and performs routine maintenance on control systems and instrumentation
• Inspects and monitors plumbing systems.
• Monitors and analyzes utility consumption

A General Machinist cuts, shapes and finishes metal to make precision machined parts and components used in all areas of manufacturing. Specifically, a General Machinist:

• reads and interprets complex engineering drawings and work-process documentation
• cuts, shapes, and finishes metal to make precision machined parts and components
• sets up and operates both conventional and numerically controlled metal-cutting machines and equipment, including saws, drills, grinders, lathes and mills
• performs work-in-process measuring or checking using specialized and precision tools and equipment

 Red Seal trade