Helpful school subjects
electrical technology, mathematics, physics, computer technology, chemistry, co-op and SHSM.
← Instrumentation and Control Technician overview
02 · WHY · ASSEMBLE PATH
Why might Instrumentation and Control 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
$70,000low
$88,000median
$112,000high
Ontario Job Bank hourly rates multiplied by 2,000 paid hours: $35.00, $44.00 and $56.00. 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 Instrumentation and Control Technician.
Start anywhere.
There is no minimum and no passing score.
REALITIES TO CONSIDER
Interesting work can still be demanding.
- operating industrial systems
- electrical and pressure hazards
- shutdowns and callouts
- controlled process areas
- precise records and tolerances
Strengths to practise
systems thinking, calibration precision, logical troubleshooting, data interpretation, documentation.
Careers to compare
Industrial Electrician, Controls Technologist, Process Operator, Millwright, Automation Specialist.
EVIDENCE BASE
Sources & verification
Regulated, numerical and time-sensitive claims link to the authority used. Accessed and reviewed August 25, 2026.
Skilled Trades Ontario — Instrumentation and Control 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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