ANZSCO 341111
Electrician (General)
Selects, installs, tests, connects, commissions, repairs, maintains, modifies and diagnoses faults with electrical equipment, wiring and control systems in non-industrial settings.
Also known as: Electrical Contractor, Electrical Mechanic
Skills assessment authority
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA)Occupation lists
MLTSSL · CSOL
Visas for Electrician (General)
Main tasks
- Interprets and uses technical drawings, circuit wiring and mechanical diagrams, equipment and cable/connection schedules and manuals to undertake electrical wiring work
- Installs, repairs, maintains and tests electrical and electrotechnology systems and equipment, including wiring, switches, outlets, circuit breakers, transformers and lighting fixtures
- Measures and lays out electrical installation sequences
- Selects, cuts and connects wire and cables to circuit breakers, transformers or other electrical components in residential and commercial settings
- Connects electrical systems to power supply
- Tests continuity, resistance and compliance to standards of electrical circuits
Specialisations
Commercial ElectricianConstruction ElectricianFire Protection ElectricianRenewable Energy Systems Installer (Solar Installer)
Registration & licensing
Registration or licensing is required.
State nomination
8 state(s) nominate Electrician (General) for the 190 / 491 visa. See the details by state:
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