Electricians

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

1. 01Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
2. 02Construct or fabricate parts, using hand tools, according to specifications.
3. 03Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps.
4. 04Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.
5. 05Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
6. 06Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
7. 07Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.
8. 08Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
9. 09Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles.
10. 10Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
11. 11Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
12. 12Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.

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