Helpful school subjects
computer networking, mathematics, electronics, computer programming, communications, co-op and SHSM.
← Information Technology – Network Technician overview
02 · WHY · ASSEMBLE PATH
Why might Information Technology – Network 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
$38,000low
$72,120median
$115,380high
Ontario Job Bank hourly rates multiplied by 2,000 paid hours: $19.00, $36.06 and $57.69. 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 – Network Technician.
Start anywhere.
There is no minimum and no passing score.
REALITIES TO CONSIDER
Interesting work can still be demanding.
- service outages and urgent troubleshooting
- cybersecurity and access responsibility
- equipment rooms and occasional ladder work
- after-hours changes or on-call rotations
- continuous technology and certification learning
Strengths to practise
systems thinking, logical troubleshooting, documentation, careful change control, team communication.
Careers to compare
Network Cabling Specialist, Systems Administrator, Cybersecurity Analyst, Cloud Support Technician, Network Engineer.
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 – Network 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
Meet the people and workplaces behind the trade.