Industrial Electrical Motors and Transformers Assemblers, Fabricators and Inspectors
(NOC 9525)
in All Manufacturing and UtilitiesIndustrial electrical motors and transformers assemblers, fabricators and inspectors assemble, make, fit, wire and inspect heavy-duty industrial electrical equipment. They work for manufacturers of industrial electric motors, transformers, control equipment, railway locomotives, transit vehicles and other heavy electrical equipment.
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Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. With a small percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are not expected to be a major contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Assemblers, Fabricators and Inspectors of Industrial Electrical Motors and Transformers most commonly work full-time hours.
Hourly Pay
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MedianN/A
MaximumAnnual Pay
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MinimumN/A
MedianN/A
MaximumCompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
Hourly Pay
$13.00
Minimum$23.91
Median$35.04
MaximumAnnual Pay
$6,056
Minimum$30,111
Median$70,518
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Industrial electrical motors and transformers assemblers, fabricators and inspectors assemble, make, fit, wire and inspect heavy-duty industrial electrical equipment. They work for manufacturers of industrial electric motors, transformers, control equipment, railway locomotives, transit vehicles and other heavy electrical equipment.
Job duties
Assemblers:
- Assemble and fit metal and other prefabricated parts to close tolerances according to blueprints to build heavy-duty electric motors or transformers.
- Assemble stators or armatures for heavy-duty electric motors.
- Compress steel laminations to build transformer cores.
- Assemble windings into core using overhead cranes and make electrical connections using crimping, brazing and soldering equipment.
- Assemble and fit electrical motor or transformer auxiliary equipment like bushings, tap changes, conduit boxes, heating devices, protective equipment and cooling equipment.
- Set up and adjust production machinery and equipment like coil winding machines for the manufacture of heavy-duty electrical equipment.
- May do basic tests on electric motors.
Electrical fitters and wirers:
- Interpret engineering drawings, electrical diagrams and blueprints.
- Fit motor starters, contactors, capacitors, circuit breakers, voltage regulators, printed circuit boards or other electrical control devices into switchboards and panelboards to make automated processing control equipment, electrical distribution panels, or other industrial electrical control equipment.
- Wire electrical connections for switchboards and panelboards.
- Assemble panelboard and switchboard cabinets and install bus bars used to carry heavy electrical current.
- May operate metal fabricating equipment to fabricate or modify bus bars.
Inspectors:
- Monitor production and troubleshoot production problems.
- Check final assembly of electric motors, transformers or control equipment to make sure they meet quality control standards.
- Collect, record and summarize inspection results.
Sample job titles
- alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) motor inspector and tester
- control panel assembler
- electrical fitter
- electrical switchgear panel wirer
- motor and generator assembler and wirer
- panelboard assembler
- power transformer assembler
- switchgear fitter-wirer
- transformer coil winder
- transformer inspector
Skills
This work requires excellent spatial perception, form perception, and eye-to-finger coordination. You must be accurate and able to pay close attention to detail. A keen interest in working with machines and routine processes is necessary. You should also be physically fit and have good eyesight and hearing.
Job requirements
- High school is usually required.
- College courses in electricity or electro-technology may be required.
- Several years of on-the-job training are usually provided.
- Set-up persons, inspectors and leadhands in this group may need experience as an assembler, fitter or wirer in the same company.
Other considerations
Movement to supervisor positions is possible with experience. Self-employment in these jobs is rare, and work is not typically seasonal.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Retail trade
What is the age of Employment?
25-34
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
High school
N/AApprenticeship
N/ACompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
High school
$28,505 median annual incomeLess than high school
$19,224 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$38,781 median annual incomeApprenticeship
$43,975 median annual incomeBachelor
$39,715 median annual incomeEducation & training
Adult high school/secondary diploma programs
This program is typically offered at the high school level.The 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
Siège Social: 1695, Route 1
Pointe-de-l'Église, NS B0W 1M0
(902) 769-2114
PO Box 220
Halifax, NS B3J 2M4
(866) 679-6722
Various, NS
Various, NS
Electrical, electronic and communications engineering technology/technician
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of electrical, electronics and communication engineers. These programs include courses in electrical circuitry, prototype development and testing; systems analysis and testing, systems maintenance, instrument calibration, and report preparation.
Institutions providing this program
236 Belcher Street
Kentville, NS B4N 0A6
(902) 678-7341
PO Box 820, 39 Acadia Avenue
Stellarton, NS B0K 1S0
(902) 752-2002
PO Box 1042, 1240 Grand Lake Road
Sydney, NS B1P 6J7
(902) 563-2450
80 Mawiomi Place
Dartmouth, NS B2Y 0A5
(902) 491-1100
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