automation technologist

Government of Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a qualified individual for a technical role requiring a Bachelor's degree and expertise in machinery and mechanical installations. Responsibilities include creating user manuals, installing and maintaining machinery, and preparing design specifications. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a team-oriented mindset. This position is crucial in supporting the government’s commitment to positive environmental outcomes, contributing towards net-zero targets.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Certification by a provincial or territorial association is required.
• Experience in machinery components and drafting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create user manuals and install machinery.
• Assist in inspections and preparations for mechanical installations.
• Test machines and supervise maintenance programs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client focus

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree

or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

3D graphic software

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Work setting

• Office
• Manufacture
• On-site customer service
• Electrical or electronic equipment manufacturing

Responsibilities Tasks

• Create user manuals
• Install machinery
• Repair and maintain machinery
• Assist in inspection of mechanical installations and construction projects
• Assist in preparing design, drawings and specifications
• Assist in the design of moulds, tools, dies, jigs and fixtures
• Carry out a limited range of mechanical tests and analyses of machines, components and materials
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• Estimate costs and materials
• Prepare and interpret engineering design, drawings and specifications
• Prepare standards and schedules
• Supervise maintenance programs or operation of mechanical plants
• Supervise, monitor and inspect mechanical installations and construction projects
• Test machines and equipment

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Certification by a provincial or territorial association
• Eligible for certification by a provincial or territorial association

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• 3D graphic software
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk Inventor
• CATIA
• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Project
• MS Word
• Programmable logic controller (PLC)

Control systems

• Electrical devices

Equipment and machinery experience

• Welding

Area of specialization

• Machinery and components
• Moulds, tools, dies, jigs and fixtures
• Aerospace
• Drafting

Additional information Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Confidential security clearance
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Benefits Other benefits

• Free parking available