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MACHINIST
(Not Computer Controlled)
General
Job Description
Machinists
set up and operate a variety of machine tools to
cut or grind metal and similar materials into
precision parts or products. Their work
involves reading and interpreting blueprints,
charts and tables or studying sample parts to
determine the type of machining operation to be
performed. It also involves computing dimensions
and tolerances and measuring and laying out work
pieces.
Other
machining duties include using hand and power
tools to fit and assemble machined metal parts and
subassemblies, adjusting and setting up machine
tools for use by machining tool operators, and
verifying dimensions of products for accuracy and
conformance to specifications using precision
measuring instruments.
The
work is most rewarding for those who enjoy doing
creative work with machinery that requires a high
degree of skill and precision.
To be successful in their trade, machinists
need:
-
the
ability to use their hands skillfully and
quickly
-
mechanical
ability
-
the
ability to estimate and measure sizes and
distances accurately
-
the
ability to lift from a few kilograms to over
25 kilograms
-
the
ability to work independently at tasks that
require concentration as well as physical
effort
Salary
and Wages
The
starting salary for most new machinists is roughly
$9.50 Canadian per hour.
This equals $1,520 per month.
Machinists who are loyal and continue to
work for the same employer should expect their
wages to increase by 10-15% per year.
Within five years, it is very likely that
your salary could reach $28,000 Canadian dollars.
If your spouse finds a part time or
full-time job, she may be able to earn between
$500-$1000 per month as well.
There are service jobs in restaurants,
factories, hotels, and grocery stores where your
wife may enjoy working.
Requirements
for Immigration
-
Married
-
28-44
years of age
-
Trade
Certification as Machinist
-
Basic
Knowledge of English
-
3
+ years of work experience as machinist
-
Must
be currently working in this occupation
Health
and Disability Insurance
Health
insurance is provided by each provincial
government and is available to all new permanent
residents. Employers
also offer company insurance for your family that
usually includes short-term and long-term
disability insurance, dental and eye insurance and
extra medical insurance that covers prescription
drugs. Please
note that although each province provides health
care, they do not cover the cost of prescription
drugs. This
is why having a company medical plan is so
important. Usually
your employer will pay for half the cost of your
private insurance.
The cost per family is usually around $100
Canadian dollars (the employer will also pay
around $100 on your behalf for a total insurance
cost of $200 per month).
Cost
of Living
Most
machinist jobs will be located in small rural
communities with populations between 300 – 5000
people. Housing
rentals usually cost between $300-400 per month
for a 100 square meter apartment.
Food usually costs roughly $300-400 per
month for a family of three people. You will be required to pay government taxes of between
15-20% per year.
Taxes will be automatically deducted from
your pay cheque each month.
You
will also receive roughly $1,700 per year if you
have a child less than 18 years old.
This is called the Government Child Tax
Benefit Plan.
You will also receive a GST rebate each
year of roughly $250.
In total, you should receive around
$1900-2000 per year in refunds from the
government.
For
more information, please contact:
Chris
Slade, Member of the Canadian Society of
Immigration Consultants
Room
502, Unit 2, Tower B, Lan Chou Ming Zuo Building
Chaoyang
District, Beijing, China 100020
Tel:
86 10 6553 8904
Fax:
86 10 6551 3199
Email:
chrisslade@email.com
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