Description
Building electricians install and maintain electricity cables and other electrical infrastructure in buildings. They make sure installed electrical equipment is isolated and presents no fire hazards. They understand existing situations and make improvements if called for.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
use measurement instrumentsresolve equipment malfunctionsinstall electricity socketsinstall electrical and electronic equipmentwork ergonomicallyfollow health and safety procedures in constructionuse precision toolstest electronic unitsuse safety equipment in constructioninstall electric switchesreact to events in time-critical environmentsinspect construction suppliestest procedures in electricity transmissionsplice cableinspect electrical suppliesuse sanderwork in a construction teammaintain electronic equipmentcalculate needs for construction suppliesprocess incoming construction supplieswrite inspection reportsrepair wiringprogram firmwaredemonstrate products' featurestroubleshootmaintain electrical equipmentprovide power connection from bus barsassemble electrical componentsorder construction suppliesinstall lightning protection systemassemble electronic unitskeep personal administrationinstall construction profilesreplace defect componentsinstall circuit breakerscut wall chasesanswer requests for quotationkeep records of work progresssolder electronics