Refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics install and service residential, commercial, industrial and institutional heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration units and systems. Their duties include laying out reference points for installation, assembling and installing components, installing wiring to connect components to an electric power supply and calibrating related controls. They also measure, cut, bend, thread
Steamfitter/Pipefitter
Steamfitters/Pipefitters lay out, assemble, fabricate, maintain, repair and service equipment and piping systems carrying water, steam, fluids, gases, chemicals and fuel in various systems such as heating, cooling, lubricating and process piping systems. They read and interpret drawings, specifications and codes to determine layout, type and size of pipe and tools to use. They measure,
Truck and Transport Mechanic
Truck and transport mechanics inspect, repair and maintain commercial trucks, emergency vehicles, buses and road transport vehicles. In some jurisdictions, they may also work on commercial trailers and recreation vehicles. They work on the structural, mechanical, electrical and electronic vehicle systems and components such as engines, cab, chassis and frames, brakes, steering, suspension, drive train,
Baker
Bakers prepare products such as yeast-raised goods, cookies, quick breads, pastries, cakes, chocolates, confections and frozen desserts. They are employed in bakeries, supermarkets, catering companies, hotels, restaurants, cruise ships, institutional facilities or may be self-employed. Types of bakeries include wholesale, retail, in-store and specialty establishments. Bakers may produce a wide variety of baked goods or
Hairstylist
Hairstylists possess the knowledge and ability needed to shampoo, cut, style and chemically treat hair. They may also provide other services such as scalp treatments and hairpiece services. In some jurisdictions, hairstylists also provide basic facial, make-up, hair removal, manicure and pedicure services. While hairstylist services are the core of this occupation, it also includes
Insulator (Heat and Frost)
Insulators work with different kinds of insulation material to prevent or reduce the passage of heat, cold, vapour, moisture, sound or fire. They read and interpret drawings and specifications to determine insulation requirements, select the amount and type of insulation to be installed and measure and cut insulating material to the required dimensions. They then
Heavy Equipment Operator
Heavy equipment operators operate heavy equipment used in the construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, airports and utilities, and the construction of gas and oil pipelines, tunnels, buildings and other structures. They also operate equipment in surface mining, quarrying, and land clearing activities. Heavy equipment operators are employed by construction companies, heavy equipment contractors, public
Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
Heavy duty equipment technicians diagnose, repair, adjust, overhaul, maintain, and test mobile heavy duty equipment. Heavy duty equipment technicians are employed by companies that own and operate heavy equipment, heavy equipment dealerships, rental and service companies, construction contractors, forestry companies, mining companies, ski hills and government departments that service and repair their own equipment. Technicians
Gasfitter – Class B
Gasfitters – Class B size, install, test, adjust, maintain and repair lines, appliances, equipment and accessories in various sectors. Gases may include natural gas, manufactured gas, or mixtures of propane gas and air, propane, propylene, butanes (normal butane or isobutane), butylenes and hydrogen. They work on appliances and equipment that do not exceed 400 000
Gasfitter – Class A
Gasfitters – Class A size, install, test, adjust, maintain and repair lines, appliances, equipment and accessories in various sectors. Gases may include natural gas, manufactured gas, or mixtures of propane gas and air, propane, propylene, butanes (normal butane or isobutane), butylenes and hydrogen. They work on appliances and equipment including those exceeding 400 000 Btuh
