Electrical and Electronic Trades

Daily Tasks

• Locates and repairs faults to lines and ancillary equipment.
• Connects cables to test equipment and tests for balance, resistance, insulation and any defects.
• Connects and installs transformers, fuse gear, lightning arrestors, aircraft warning lights, cable boxes and other equipment.
• Assists with the erection of wood poles or steel towers to carry overhead lines.
• Performs routine servicing tasks, such as cleaning and insulation testing.
• Tests for correct functioning and makes any further necessary adjustments.
• Examines for defect and repairs electronic and related equipment.
• Removes protective sheath from wires and cables and connects by brazing, soldering or crimping and applies conductor insulation and protective coverings.
• Places prepared parts and sub-assemblies in position, checks their alignment and secures with hand tools to install x-ray and medical equipment, aircraft instruments and other electronic equipment.
• Examines drawings, wiring diagrams and specifications to determine appropriate methods and sequence of operations.

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