Helpful school subjects
transportation technology, manufacturing technology, mathematics, physics, technical drawing, co-op and SHSM.
← Motive Power Machinist overview
02 · WHY · PRODUCE PATH
Why might Motive Power Machinist 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
$42,000low
$60,000median
$83,000high
Ontario Job Bank hourly rates multiplied by 2,000 paid hours: $21.00, $30.00 and $41.50. 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 Motive Power Machinist.
Start anywhere.
There is no minimum and no passing score.
REALITIES TO CONSIDER
Interesting work can still be demanding.
- oils, coolants and metal debris
- heavy components and lifting equipment
- rotating machinery and abrasive processes
- tight dimensional and surface tolerances
- diagnosis of worn or damaged assemblies
Strengths to practise
measurement, mechanical reasoning, patient diagnosis, precision machining, problem solving.
Careers to compare
Automotive Service Technician, Truck and Coach Technician, General Machinist, Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Marine Engine Technician.
EVIDENCE BASE
Sources & verification
Regulated, numerical and time-sensitive claims link to the authority used. Accessed and reviewed August 25, 2026.
Skilled Trades Ontario — Motive Power Machinist ↗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.