- Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures
- Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem
- Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes
- Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous
- Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system
- Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, ammeters, and test lamps
- Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors
- Troubleshoot motor and control systems
- Perform routine maintenance on electrical wiring and systems
You can use the examples above as a starting point to help you brainstorm tasks, accomplishments for your work experience section.
- Implemented a new preventative maintenance program, resulting in a 25% reduction in equipment downtime and a 15% increase in overall equipment efficiency.
- Developed and executed a plan to upgrade the electrical systems in a manufacturing facility, resulting in a 30% increase in production capacity and a 20% reduction in energy costs.
- Trained and mentored junior electricians, resulting in a 10% increase in their productivity and a 15% improvement in their technical skills.
- Managed the installation of a new electrical system in a commercial building, completing the project ahead of schedule and under budget, resulting in a 20% increase in customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented a safety program, resulting in a 50% reduction in workplace accidents and a 25% decrease in workers' compensation claims.
- Collaborated with project managers and contractors to ensure compliance with local and national electrical codes, resulting in a 100% success rate for passing inspections.
- Designed and installed a new electrical system for a large-scale industrial project, resulting in a 40% increase in production capacity and a 30% reduction in energy costs.
- Diagnosed and repaired a complex electrical issue in a hospital, resulting in a 50% reduction in downtime and a 20% increase in patient satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented a training program for new electricians, resulting in a 25% reduction in onboarding time and a 15% increase in retention rates.
- Electrical system design and installation
- Preventative maintenance
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Safety program development and implementation
- Electrical code compliance
- Project management
- Team leadership and training
- Energy efficiency optimization
- Collaboration with contractors and project managers
- Customer satisfaction and communication
- Time management and scheduling
- Budget management
- Industrial and commercial electrical systems
- Mentorship and skill development
- Electrical system upgrades and retrofits