$59,967
Median YearlyIncome
good
WorkProspects
21
ProspectiveEmployers
Machinists are responsible for setting up and operating a variety of machine tools to cut or grind metal, plastic or other materials to make or modify parts or products with precise dimensions for use in industrial machinery or products. As well, they design and manufacture instruments for a variety of initiatives such as remote sensing.
full-time
Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI
Trades certificate or diploma
Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Program
What you do
A Machinist performs some or all of the following duties:
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts and tables or study sample parts to determine machining operation to be performed
- Compute dimensions and tolerances and measures, and lay out work pieces
- Set up, operate and maintain a variety of machine tools including tools to perform precision, non-repetitive machining operations such as sawing, turning, milling, boring, drilling, precision grinding and other operations
- Fit and assemble machined metal parts and sub-assemblies using hand and power tools
What you need
- Keen interest in machines, precision techniques, and processes
- Good hand-eye coordination and agility
- Ability to work with tools and read mechanical drawings
- Ability to work systematically, think analytically, and perform basic mathematical calculations
- Proficiency in using computer equipment
Who's hiring in Atlantic Canada?
Your Career Pathway
Post-Secondary Educational Programs
Allows qualified tradespersons to practice the trade in any province or territory in Canada where the trade is designated, without having to write further examinations. Requirements may also vary by trade.