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Electrician
Occupation Code: 7411
Alternative titles: Control Electrician, Industrial Electrician, Building Electrician
Job description and duties
Electricians’ main responsibilities include the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures. An Electrician is typically expected to:
• Create a plan for set-up and installation of electrical wiring, equipment or fixtures, based on job specifications (e.g. lighting installations, solar-powered installations, industrial lighting installations)
• Read blueprints and/or technical diagrams showing where to fit wiring systems, power outlets, appliances and electrical equipment
• Check progress of any work done and carry out inspections
• Install and connect: pneumatic systems; electrical heating; access control systems; camera surveillance; safety equipment; switchboard in residential or other buildings to equipment; and any other electric devices or systems
• Perform simple masonry (drilling through walls to pull cables through and other such tasks)
• Test electrical systems and continuity/safety of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using a variety of testing devices
• Locate and diagnose any installation malfunction or breakdown of parts
• Supervise and train Assistant Electricians (when working in a team)
• Ensure that work carried out is in accordance with relevant health and safety procedures
Work environment
Electricians are typically employed by building contractors, construction companies, turnkey contractors, designers and other businesses that deal with the construction of buildings and structures in the private sector. Opportunities may also be available in the public sector. Electricians may work independently and/or collaborate with others in teams, particularly in larger companies. Additionally, Electricians may choose to work on a self-employed basis.
Electricians work in private homes, businesses, factories and/or construction sites. Electricians often have to travel from site to site. Electricians typically work on a full-time basis. Working overtime and during weekends may be required in order to meet tight deadlines. Some Electricians may also be on call in case of urgent repairs.
Occupation data
Number of employees (2017)
548
Share of foreigners (2017)
32%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+15%
Median Pay (per annum)
€13,300
Occupational Handbook 2018
485