Description
Electricians fit and repair electrical circuits and wiring systems. They also install and maintain electrical equipment and machinery. This work can be performed indoors as well as outdoors, in nearly every type of facility.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
electrical testing methodselectrical wiring plansbuilding systems monitoring technologyelectricityelectromechanicselectronicsartificial lighting systemssolar panel mounting systemscontrol systemsautomation technologyelectrical wiring diagramsenergy performance of buildingselectrical wire accessories
Practical Skills
work in a construction teamuse measurement instrumentsresolve equipment malfunctionsinstall electricity socketsinstall electrical and electronic equipmentfollow health and safety procedures in constructionuse precision toolsmaintain electrical equipmentbind wireuse safety equipment in constructioninstall lightning protection systeminstall electric switchestest electrical equipmentreact to events in time-critical environmentskeep records of work progresssplice cableinspect electrical suppliesuse sandermaintain electronic equipmentcalculate needs for construction suppliesprocess incoming construction supplieswrite inspection reportsrepair wiringuse specialised tools in electric repairsprogram firmwaremeasure electrical characteristicsread standard blueprintstroubleshootuse diagnostic tools for electronic repairsprovide power connection from bus barsassemble electrical componentsorder construction suppliesassemble electronic unitsreplace defect componentsinstall circuit breakerswrite records for repairscut wall chasesinspect construction suppliesinstall smart devicesanswer requests for quotationsolder electronicsstrip wire