Summary Tool And Die Repairer in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region

Find key facts and figures about working as a tool and die repairer. The following information is applicable to all Tool and die makers (NOC 72101).

Description

Tool and die makers make, repair and modify custom-made, prototype or special tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and gauges using various metals, alloys and plastics which require precise dimensions. They are employed primarily in manufacturing industries such as automobile, aircraft, metal fabrication, electrical machinery and plastics, and in tool and die, mould making and machine shops. This unit group also includes metal patternmakers and metal mould makers. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$36.57/hour

Median wage in British Columbia

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Prospects

Good

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Jobs

1 job

advertised in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region

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Competencies

  • Quality Control Testing
  • Product Design
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
  • Troubleshooting
  • Operation and Control

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