ELECTRICIAN

Job Description

The position of electrician consists of installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. It also consists of ensuring that work is in accordance with relevant codes, and installing or servicing low voltage system, low current systems, power and / or electrical control systems.

Tasks

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools;
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components;
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem;
• Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures;
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes;
• Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations;
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes;
• Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools;
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system;
• Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, ammeters, and test lamps.

Qualifications And Requirements

Competencies (in order of importance)

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