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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.
$66,949 / year median in Utah
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Electrical testing instruments, hand tools, (manual and power), tube benders, splicing equipment, wire pulling equipment and miscellaneous hand tools. Wire, contactors, switches, motors, breakers, fuses and miscellaneous electrical hardware. Process equipment and chemicals. May periodically direct lower classified crafts persons. Receive oral and written instructions from supervisor. Maintain, test and repair electrical circuitry and electrical equipment to assure electrical compatibility and safety of components. Install and repair building electrical systems per National Electrical Code requirements. Check and maintain electrical apparatus, equipment, facilities, and systems as directed, or as dictated by the preventative maintenance program. Maintain preventative maintenance records. Measure, cut and bend wire and conduit using multiple hand tools. Repair and replace switches, fuses, controls, and other electrical hardware. Notify supervisor of any irregularities or malfunctions by established procedures. Troubleshoot equipment and replace or repair defective components. Assist other maintenance technicians or engineers. Coordinate area activities with central maintenance shop. Train other crafts persons as assigned. Observe all safety rules. Maintain a clean work area and return all tools, unused materials and written references to designated locations.Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required or applicable education from a trade or technical school in industrial electrical maintenance may qualify for part of experience requirement. Five (5) years electrical craft experience, three (3) of which must be in industrial electrical maintenance.Benefits
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