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Electrical Technician
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What they do
An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
$59,710 / year median in Mississippi
+0% projected growth
Job Description
Perform work repairing electrical and electronic equipment in a manufacturing plant.
Install, inspect, maintain and repair electromechanical and solid state electrical equipment. Perform high voltage switching and operate generators in support of operations.
Lead a work party in performing maintenance or repair work.
Record and document maintenance performed. All other relevant duties to the job. Electrical Certification from a recognized vocational education program required OR have completed an Electrical Apprenticeship Program.
Knowledge and experience with methods, equipment and materials used in the electrical trade.
Knowledge of electronic theory as applied to electrical and electronic circuits, wiring, and electrical equipment used in power generation.
Knowledge and experience with Programmable Logic Control (PLC) units.
Maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment required.