Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities

Repairs, maintains, and installs wiring, motors, transformers, generators, lighting, and other electrical systems. This is a journey-level position. Working conditions include restricted movement, dirty environment, hazardous materials, lifting and carrying heavy objects.

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION DUTIES

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Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools. Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous. Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, ammeters, and test lamps. Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors. Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools. Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes. Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications. Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets. Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit and moving and lifting heavy objects. Provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights and generators, placing flares, and driving needed vehicles. Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations. Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes. Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment. Must comply with the safety policies and procedures Adheres to quality management system policies, procedures and related requirements of ISO 9001. Directs efforts to maintain ISO accreditation. Protective clothing requirement to be adhered to all the time.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications:

Grade 12 At least N3 Electrical Engineering Qualification Trade test Certificate 2 years as a general assistant in an electrical environment

Skills:

Good Communication Skills Good People Skills Reading and Writing (English)

Attributes:

Professional and organized Must be able to work independently and as a team player. Stress tolerance/stress management
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R500,00 - R1000,00 per month

Work Location: In person