Other Trades and Related Workers
(NOC 7384)
in All Trades and TransportationThis group includes tradespersons and related skilled workers who repair, service, install, calibrate, or build a variety of products. They work for a wide range of businesses, or they may be self-employed.
Job Outlook
Average
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Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
The employment outlook over the next few years for this occupational group is “average”, which indicates the chances of a qualified individual finding work is comparable to the average for all occupations in Nova Scotia. This is a moderate sized occupation in Nova Scotia so some job opportunities may occur through turnover. The number employed in this occupation is expected to decline slightly over the next few years, which may affect the number of new opportunities available. 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. Other Trades and Related Workers most commonly work full-time hours. Also, a fair portion of the workforce is self-employed, so having the option to "work for yourself" may appeal to some individuals’ interests/motivations.
The median employment income for 49% of Other Trades and Related Workers who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $47,515. 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
$18.00
Minimum$22.50
Median$30.00
MaximumAnnual Pay
$6,544
Minimum$41,414
Median$105,007
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
This group includes tradespersons and related skilled workers who repair, service, install, calibrate, or build a variety of products. They work for a wide range of businesses, or they may be self-employed.
Job duties
Gunsmiths:
- Make guns and repair and modify firearms according to blueprints or customers' specifications.
Locksmiths:
- Repair, install and adjust locks, make keys, and change lock combinations.
Recreation vehicle technicians:
- Repair or replace electrical wiring, plumbing, propane gas lines, appliances, windows, doors, cabinets, and structural frames in recreational vehicles.
Safe and vault servicers:
- Install, repair, and maintain safes and vaults in banks and other institutions.
Saw fitters:
- Repair, set, and sharpen band saws, chain saws, circular saws, and other types of saw blades according to specifications.
Die setters:
- Select dies for forging according to work order and specifications.
- Position, align, and bolt dies to ram and anvil of power presses and hammers.
Commercial divers:
- Complete underwater activities related to construction, inspection, search, salvage, repair, and photography.
Sample job titles
- blacksmith
- diver
- farrier
- locksmith
- marine service technician
- recreation vehicle service technician
- safe and vault technician
- saw repairer
- toolsmith
- underwater worker
Skills
You will require manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination to manipulate and use tools and assemble parts. Good near vision is required. Physical strength and agility are needed and some of the jobs within this grouping may also involve heavy lifting. You must have the ability to work systematically and think analytically as workers in these jobs need to be methodical and precise. Communication skills are needed to assess customer requirements and specifications in some of these jobs.
Job requirements
- High school is usually required.
- A two- to four-year apprenticeship program in a relevant trade like locksmith, recreation vehicle technician, or saw fitter or college, high school or industry courses combined with several years of related work experience or several years of on-the-job training are required.
- Trade certification for locksmiths is available, but voluntary, in Nova Scotia.
- Trade certification for recreation vehicle service technicians is available, but voluntary, in Nova Scotia.
- Red Seal Endorsement (RSE) is also available to qualified recreation vehicle service technicians upon successful completion of the interprovincial Red Seal examination.
- Commercial divers must meet the requirements of CSA Standard Z275.4-02, Competency Standard for Diving Operations.
- Commercial divers require an Occupational Diver Certificate of Competency issued by the Diver Certification Board of Canada (DCBC) or qualification earned through a formal education program, training courses in diving or a combination of education and practical experience.
- Commercial divers require certification of competency and a diving medical examination from an approved hyperbaric physician.
- Commercial divers may require military or police diving experience.
- Commercial divers usually require a provincial blaster's licence for the setting and detonation of explosives.
- Provincial trade certification or licensing may be required for other jobs in this group.
Other considerations
Movement 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
Annapolis Valley
North Shore
Southern
Cape Breton
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Public administration
Retail trade
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
25-34
35-44
15-24
55-64
65+
Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
High school
$37,854 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$55,133 median annual incomeApprenticeship
$45,953 median annual incomeLess than high school
$31,491 median annual incomeBachelor
N/ACompared to: All Trades and Transportation
Apprenticeship
$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 Siploma 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
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services
College, Trades, or University ProgramThis includes any program that relates to Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services like animal grooming, pet training, equine studies, and taxidermy.
Institutions providing this program
Truro, NS
Locksmithing
College or Trades ProgramThese programs prepare students to apply technical knowledge and skills to make, repair, maintain, modify, and open locks, to make keys, to enter and change lock and safe combinations, and install and repair safes.
Institutions providing this program
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Regulations
Trade Inactive: This trade is currently inactive in Nova Scotia.
Certificate of Qualification (Voluntary): This job is a designated trade in Nova Scotia. Employers may require certification, but a certificate is not needed to legally do this work.
Certificate of Qualification (Voluntary): This job is a designated trade in Nova Scotia. Employers may require certification, but a certificate is not needed to legally do this work.