Electrician
Electricians handle the preparation, installation, maintenance and repairing of electrical wiring and related devices and equipment in buildings and other structures.
JOB DUTIES
Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations
Pull wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors
Install brackets and hangers to support electrical equipment
Install, replace and repair lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels
Splice, join and connect wire to fixtures and components to form circuits
Test continuity of circuits using test equipment to ensure compatibility and safety of system, following installation, replacement or repair
Troubleshoot and isolate faults in electrical and electronic systems and remove and replace faulty components
Connect electrical power to audio and visual communication equipment, signalling devices and heating and cooling systems
Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records.
REQUIRMENTS
Completion of secondary school is usually required.
Completion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent experience in the trade.
Trade certification for construction electricians is mandatory in most provinces.
Some experience may be required.