Electrical Mechanics
(NOC 7333)
in All Trades and TransportationElectrical mechanics maintain, test, rebuild and repair electric motors, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical apparatus. They work for independent electrical repair shops, service shops of electrical equipment manufacturers and maintenance departments of manufacturing companies. Electrical mechanics may specialize in working with certain types of device like electric motors or transformers, or in performing certain functions like winding coils.
Job Outlook
Undetermined
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Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. With a moderate percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to contribute somewhat to employment opportunities over the coming years. Electrical Mechanics most commonly work full-time hours.
The median employment income for 67% of Electrical Mechanics who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $57,670. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
N/A
MinimumN/A
MedianN/A
MaximumAnnual Pay
N/A
Minimum$53,808
MedianN/A
MaximumCompared to: All Trades and Transportation
Hourly Pay
$13.50
Minimum$27.25
Median$35.50
MaximumAnnual Pay
$7,580
Minimum$37,269
Median$79,787
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Electrical mechanics maintain, test, rebuild and repair electric motors, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical apparatus. They work for independent electrical repair shops, service shops of electrical equipment manufacturers and maintenance departments of manufacturing companies. Electrical mechanics may specialize in working with certain types of device like electric motors or transformers, or in performing certain functions like winding coils.
Job duties
Electrical mechanics:
- Test and observe electrical, electronic, and mechanical components and systems using testing and measuring instruments.
- Troubleshoot and repair electric motors, transformers, switchgear, generators, and other electro-mechanical equipment.
- Replace or recondition shafts, bearings, commutators, and other components.
- Wind, assemble and install various types of coils for electric motors or transformer.
- Perform static or dynamic balancing of armatures or rotors by welding, brazing, or soldering electrical connections and by aligning and adjusting parts.
- Test and repair or replace faulty wiring or components in electrical switchgear.
- Test repaired motors, transformers, switchgear, or other electrical apparatus to ensure proper performance.
- Perform some machining to recondition or modify shafts, commutators, or other parts.
- Complete on-site servicing and repair.
Sample job titles
- electric motor mechanic
- electric motor repairer and tester
- electric motor systems technician
- electrical mechanic
- electrical mechanic apprentice
- power transformer repairer
Skills
This work requires an understanding of the principles of electricity and a mechanical aptitude. You should be able to follow instructions and perform detailed work. Patience and the ability to be methodical are required when testing motors and equipment. Analytical skills are required to determine what is causing equipment to malfunction and decide on the necessary repairs. A background in high school mathematics and the sciences is helpful. You should also have good motor coordination, physical strength, and stamina. Power transformer repairers must be able to work at heights.
Job requirements
- High school is usually required.
- A four-year apprenticeship program or a combination of over four years of work experience in the trade and some college or industry courses in electrical mechanics is usually required for trade certification.
- Trade certification as an electric motor system technician is available, but voluntary, in Nova Scotia.
- Red Seal Endorsement (RSE) is also available to qualified electric motor system technicians upon successful completion of the interprovincial Red Seal examination.
Other considerations
Workers may be self-employed and provide services as needed to their clients. Therefore, earnings may vary throughout the year and depend upon the person's ability to attract and retain customers. Although specialization may occur, workers in this group are required to be proficient in repairing all electrical apparatus. Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
Southern
Annapolis Valley
North Shore
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Construction
Utilities
Manufacturing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Other services (except public administration)
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
55-64
25-34
35-44
15-24
Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
Trade Certification
$57,651 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
N/ALess than high school
N/AHigh school
N/ACompared to: All Trades and Transportation
Trade Certification
$46,494 median annual incomeHigh school
$31,260 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$42,050 median annual incomeLess than high school
$28,319 median annual incomeBachelor
$30,527 median annual incomeEducation & training
Adult High School Diploma or Equivalent
High School ProgramThe Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) administers, coordinates, and supports the development and delivery of adult education programs through learning partners in Nova Scotia. Our learning partners include the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations that offer tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED, empowering Nova Scotians to achieve their learning and employment goals.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
Various, NS
Employment requirements & contacts
Regulations
Certificate of Qualification (Voluntary): This is a designated trade in Nova Scotia. Employers may require certification, but a certificate is not needed to legally do this work.
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