Helpful school subjects
computer technology, electronics, mathematics, communications, physics, co-op and SHSM.
← Information Technology – Hardware Technician overview
02 · WHY · ASSEMBLE PATH
Why might Information Technology – Hardware Technician fit me?
Career fit is not a score. Notice what interests you, then compare that curiosity with real workplaces and real people.
ESTIMATED ANNUAL EARNINGS
$41,000low
$62,500median
$98,000high
Ontario Job Bank hourly rates multiplied by 2,000 paid hours: $20.50, $31.25 and $49.00. Before tax; overtime, premiums, benefits, unpaid time and self-employment income are excluded.
FIT EXPLORATION
What sounds like you—right now?
Select any statements you want to think about. Your answers can change as you learn about Information Technology – Hardware Technician.
Start anywhere.
There is no minimum and no passing score.
REALITIES TO CONSIDER
Interesting work can still be demanding.
- electrostatic-sensitive components
- lifting and equipment movement
- time-critical user outages
- secure data-bearing devices
- rapid hardware and operating-system change
Strengths to practise
hands-on diagnosis, component organization, careful documentation, customer service, security awareness.
Careers to compare
Network Technician, Technical Support Agent, Electronics Service Technician, Systems Administrator, IT Asset Manager.
EVIDENCE BASE
Sources & verification
Regulated, numerical and time-sensitive claims link to the authority used. Accessed and reviewed August 25, 2026.
Skilled Trades Ontario — Information Technology – Hardware Technician ↗Official scope, duties, training and certificationGovernment of Canada Job Bank — Ontario wages ↗Ontario low, median and high employee wage benchmarkSkilled Trades Ontario — Start an apprenticeship ↗Eligibility, sponsors and registrationOntario — OYAP ↗High-school apprenticeship pathway
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