Description
Installs, tests, connects, commissions, maintains and modifies electrical equipment, wiring and control systems. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill Level
3
Alternative Titles
- Electrical Fitter
Specializations
- Armature Winder
- Electrical Contractor
- Heavy Coil Winder
- Railway Signal Electrician
Skills Assessment Authority
Caveats
Group: 3411 Electricians
Description
design, assemble, install, test, commission, diagnose, maintain and repair electrical networks, systems, circuits, equipment, components, appliances and facilities for industrial, commercial and domestic purposes, and service and repair lifts, escalators and related equipment.
Tasks
- examining blueprints, wiring diagrams and specifications to determine sequences and methods of operation
- measuring and laying out installation reference points
- selecting, cutting and connecting wire and cable to terminals and connectors
- using electrical and electronic test instruments to trace and diagnose faults
- repairing and replacing faulty wiring and defective parts
- positioning and installing electrical switchboards
- connecting electrical systems to power supply
- testing continuity of circuit
- installing, testing and adjusting electric and mechanical parts of lifts
Skill Level
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.