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Skilled TradespeopleNOC code: (7383) Skilled Tradespeople |
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DescriptionSo, your friends got a little rambunctious on the camping trip and now the side door of your parents' RV is warped and hanging (barely!) by one hinge.... No worries. The RV specialist down the road will have it fixed up in no time. Now you just have to find that darn piggy bank.... The trades in this group run the gamut! Here we outline just a few--such as gunsmith, locksmith, recreation vehicle repairer, safe maker, and streetcar mechanic. Pretty diverse group, but they all have something in common: they have a very specific task, and they have the training, skill, and experience necessary to do it really, really well. Specific dutiesDuties will vary, of course, depending on the nature of the job, but here are a few examples:
Related careersYou might be also be interested in these careers that have similar educational and/or training requirements, or that share similar duties. High school pathA CareerMATTERS consultant suggests these high school courses would be helpful. They are not pre-requisites to post secondary programs, nor are they necessary to obtain employment. You should consult with your school counsellor to make the best choices for your own career path.
* a job shadowing/co-op experience is recommended * students should consult their counsellor for appropriate Technology options in Grades 11 and 12 * some workplace occupations may require students to take some college-level courses Post-secondary options
There may be several different paths to a career. Post-secondary education or training programs will help, but they are not a guarantee. You should research your options carefully before deciding on any program of study. Click here for a comparison chart of institutions or accreditations. The following programs offered at Ontario post-secondary institutions may be helpful in pursuing a career in this field. In addition to the institutions listed here, please refer to "For more information" (at left) for a list of organizations and associations that may also offer programs of study.
Career pathWondering how you could prepare for a career in this field? Or what else you might do once you have some experience? Even if that summer job is really menial, grab it--you're bound to learn something about the trade. The more experience you get, the better your chances of finding a job.
EmployersThese are examples of the places, businesses and industries that employ people in this field: firearms fabrication and repair establishments
Work environmentYour location and hours will depend entirely on the trade you work at. You might be part of an assembly line in a factory, or sit at a workbench with your own tools around you. You might be on the road, working "on location" repairing the equipment you specialize in (it's not easy for homeowners to bring in their doors when they need new locks!). Common job titlesAlso Known As.... Aircraft patternmaker
For more informationLinks to associations, organizations, unions and other places that may be able to provide more information.
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