Electric Motor Systems Technician

Electric motor systems technicians test, rebuild and repair electric motors, generators, transformers, controllers and related electrical and mechanical equipment used in commercial, industrial and institutional establishments.Electric motor systems technicians maintain the electric motors and related equipment used to power machinery and equipment in various applications such as production plants and large businesses.In general, electric motor systems technicians:

• diagnose problems and dismantle electric motors, transformers, switchgear, electric welders, generators and other electrical and mechanical equipment for servicing, modification or repair,
• remove and replace shafts, bearings, commutators and other components, referring to blueprints or service manuals as required,
• wind and assemble various types of coils for electric motors or transformers and reinstall them, and
• balance armatures or rotors, weld and braze or solder electrical connections, and align and adjust parts to close tolerances to reassemble items.

Those authorized to perform the restricted activities of this designated trade include:

• Sponsored Apprentices,
• Certified Journeypersons
• Individuals deemed qualified by their employer, and
• Self-Employed individuals.

For complete information, see Restricted Activities and Classes of Individuals.

Trade Updates

Electric Motor System Technician is being de-designated as a Red Seal trade on July 31, 2022. After this date, Red Seal Endorsements for this trade will no longer be issued. Alberta apprentices interested in obtaining their Red Seal Endorsement must complete all required technical training, submit all on-the-job hours and write their Red Seal exam by June 30, 2022. Alberta will continue to offer the Electric Motor System Technician apprenticeship program and issue provincial certifications (without the Red Seal Endorsement) to individuals qualified in this trade after July 31, 2022.