Introducing National Occupational Standards (NOS) for the Electricity Sector

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April 29, 2021

Changing technology in Canada’s electricity and renewable energy sectors is impacting job functions and occupations. EHRC have created their NOS to inform employers and job seekers of current skills, knowledge and abilities they need for career planning and workforce development. EHRC’s NOS were developed with extensive consultation with industry, making them the most relevant tool for sector planning needs.

EHRC recently launched 11 NOS to better define and support important occupations in the electricity sector. Four more on the way in the coming months. Find NOS for the following occupations:

  • Level 2 EVSE Installer
  • Power Protection and Control Technician
  • Power Station Operator
  • Power System Operator
  • Project Manager
  • PV Designer
  • PV Installer
  • Residential GeoX Heat Pump System Designer
  • Residential GeoX Heat Pump System Installer
  • Solar Thermal Hydronic Installer
  • Wind Turbine Technician

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