Job Description

An Electrician is a skilled professional who specializes in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in buildings and structures. They are responsible for ensuring the proper functioning of electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment to provide electricity for various purposes. They execute wiring plans and ensure safety compliance. Electricians have expertise in various electrical systems, tools, and safety regulations.



Responsibilities:

An Electrician performs a variety of tasks, including executing electrical wiring plans, installing fixtures and equipment, troubleshooting malfunctions, and repairing electrical appliances. They work with different electrical systems, tools, and safety regulations to ensure the efficient and safe distribution of electricity. Their responsibilities also include conducting inspections, replacing old wiring, replacement of electrical fixtures such as lights, switches, sockets, circuit breakers, etc. and performing maintenance tasks including earth pit testing, thermal imaging of the electrical components, etc. to prevent system breakdowns and maximize electrical usability.

Electricians use a variety of industry-specific tools to perform their tasks, including ammeters, voltmeters, thermal scanners, and cable testers. They must but not limited to:

Understand and apply blueprints and technical diagrams

Strong knowledge in Generator/ATS, ACB, etc.

Should be aware about generator operation and testing and during any power failure, needs to be operate the system - Capable of starting the generator and switching over to the generator's electrical supply when the DEWA supply fails.

Strong knowledge on the MDB deenergizing and capacitor bank operations and functionality

Inspect electrical components including transformers, circuit breakers, etc.

Use testing devices to identify and report electrical problems

Record keeping filing

Capable of recording Heat Loss Parameter (HLP) meter readings

Ability to interpret readings from meters & gauges and other measuring units

Installs, repairs and services specialized electrical equipment and machinery,

Knowledge of fire alarm systems & Firefighting system, including panel maintenance and reset procedures

Use hand and power tools

Lockout / Tag Out procedures

Adhere to local authority regulations

Complete work orders on time

Create records of materials used



Requirements:

Proven experience as an electrician

Understand and apply blueprints and technical diagrams

Experience in industrial and/or commercial electrical systems

Demonstrable ability to use electrical and hand tools (e.g., wire strippers, voltmeter etc.) and electrical drawings and blueprints

Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and legal regulations and guidelines

Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent physical condition and flexibility to work long shifts and overnight


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Required Skills:

Safety Regulations Electricity Scanners Flexibility Diagrams Work Orders Usability Operations Compliance Buildings Structures Machinery Switches Supply Components Filing Interpersonal Skills Regulations Critical Thinking Records Materials Troubleshooting Testing Maintenance Communication