electrician

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work setting:

• Construction.
• Repair.
• Various locations.
• Maintenance.
• Commercial.
• Residential.
• Installation.

Tasks:

• Splice, join and connect wires.
• Test and measure voltage, loads, ground faults integrity of circuits.
• Troubleshoot and isolate faults.
• Connect power to audio and visual equipment.
• Install surface mount and/or overhead cables.
• Estimate costs and materials.
• Renovate electrical systems in residential and commercial structures.
• Conduct preventive maintenance programs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Tight deadlines.

Own tools/equipment:

Steel-toed safety boots.

Personal suitability:

• Client focus.
• Team player.

Employment terms options:

• Evening.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Employment terms options:

• Morning.
• Night.
• Day.

Support for youths:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.