Electrician

What do electricians do?

Electricians install and maintain electrical power, communications and lighting and control systems.

Typical Tasks

• Install electrical equipment including lighting, appliances, heaters, signs and motors
• Read electrical layouts to correctly locate switchboards, power outlets, lights and switches
• Install insulated cables and connecting supplies, outlets and fitings using hand or power tools
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards and defects and correcting problems