• Electrician Job Description

    An electrician is person who is licensed to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring or electrical devices. Their job involves installing and maintaining electrical systems, and ensuring that electrical components are correctly fitted and connected. Electricians are also known as wiremen, linemen, gaffers, journeymen electricians, lighting technicians, electrical fitters, or electrical contractors.

    An electrician should be analytical, practical, technical, principled, reliable and safety-couscous, and have the ability to read electrical wiring diagrams and perform electrical fault findings, repairs and maintenance. They should also have physical fitness and the ability to work with their hands.

    Pursue a career as an electrician if you enjoy the concept of electricity and are interested in working with electricity. You should be a practical, technical and safety-couscous person.
  • What does an Electrician do?

    Electricians may do some or all of the following:

    • read and interpret electrical wiring schematics and floor plans
    • assemble, install, test and maintain electrical systems and components using hand tools and power tools
    • check the continuity of electrical conductors, and Connect them to link up electrical systems
    • test and diagnose electrical systems problems and troubleshoot faults
    • negotiate contracts with clients
    • keep records of electrical works done
  • Where does an Electrician work?
  • Working Conditions

    Electricians usually work normal business hours, but may sometimes work evening and weekends or be on call. They work on electrical sites, and anywhere where electrical systems are being installed, repaired or maintained.

    Electricians may work in cramped spaces. Their work may involve working with high voltage which if not handled with great caution, can be very dangerous.

  • What is Required to Become an Electrician ?

    To become an electrician, you will need to complete an electrical company training program or an apprenticeship with a skilled and professional electrician. An electrician apprenticeship program may take up to 4 years to complete. After the apprenticeship, you will become an experienced journeyman. In most parts of the world, electricians are required to be licensed to practice.

  • Modules
  • Specializations
  • Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

    Electricians need to have:

    • patience
    • adaptability
    • accuracy
    • discipline
    • carefulness
    • manual dexterity
    • physical stamina and strength
    • good hand-eye coordination
    • good eyesight and normal color vision
    • good listening and communication skills
    • good judgment and decision making skills
    • math skills
    • analytical, practical and technical skills
    • time management and organizational skills
    • the ability to work on energized circuits confidently and in a safe manner
    • the ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and floor plans
    • the ability to climb, bend, kneel, crawl and stoop frequently in confined spaces
    • the ability to work well independently and as part of a team
    • the ability to follow directions specifically
    • the ability to well under pressure
    • knowledge of physics and electronics
    • knowledge of electrical testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes
    • knowledge of fundamental electrical theory
    • knowledge of electrical rules and legislations
    • knowledge of electrical safety procedures

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