automation technician

Overview

Languages

Bilingual

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience
• Electromechanical technology/electromechanical engineering technology
• Instrumentation technology/technician
• Automation engineer technology/technician

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On the road job

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work setting

• Consulting engineering company
• Work in employer's/client's home
• Various locations
• Outside Canada
• Manufacture
• On-site customer service

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Install machinery
• Assist in inspection of mechanical installations and construction projects
• Carry out a limited range of mechanical tests and analyses of machines, components and materials
• Prepare and interpret engineering design, drawings and specifications
• Prepare standards and schedules
• Supervise, monitor and inspect mechanical installations and construction projects
• Test machines and equipment

Experience and specialization

Manufacturing sector experience

• Food

Area of specialization

• Machinery and components

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel regularly
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel internationally

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Organized

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)