Electricians and electrical fitters

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Definition: Electricians and electrical fitters

*SOC Code (Standard Occupational Classification): 5241

Electricians and electrical fitters assemble parts in the manufacture of electrical and electronic equipment, and install, maintain, and repair electrical plant, machinery, appliances and wiring.

Common tasks include:

examines drawings, specifications and wiring diagrams to determine the method and sequence of operations;
selects, cuts and lays wires and connects to sockets, plugs or terminals by crimping, soldering, brazing or bolting;
cuts, bends and installs electrical conduit;
assembles parts and sub-assemblies using hand tools and by brazing, riveting or welding;
installs electrical plant, machinery and other electrical fixtures and appliances such as fuse boxes, generators, light sockets etc.;
examines electrical plant or machinery, domestic appliances and other electrical assembly for faults using test equipment and replaces worn parts and faulty wiring.

Qualifications

Academic qualifications may not be required, though some GCSEs/S grades or an equivalent qualification may be an advantage. NVQs/SVQs in Servicing Electronic Systems are available at Levels 1, 2 and 3. Apprenticeships combining practical work experience and technical training are available at Levels 2 and 3. Entrants must have good eyesight and normal colour vision.

*Introduced in 1990, SOC is a multi-purpose common classification of occupations in UK. Jobs are defined in terms of skill level and skill content, including qualifications, training and work experience.

Employment status: Electricians and electrical fitters

Regional employment: Electricians and electrical fitters

Future employment: Electricians and electrical fitters

Top 12 industries: Electricians and electrical fitters

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