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Occupation Code: 7413 Electrical Line Installer and Repairer
Alternative titles: Electricity Distribution Worker, Electrical Installer and Repairer, Transmission Worker, Electric Cable Jointer, Electric Power Line Worker
Job description and duties
Electrical Line Installers and Repairers are responsible for the installation and maintenance of electrical power systems and telecommunications cables. An Electrical Line Installer and Repairer is typically expected to:
• Erect power poles and regularly check, repair and replace power cables which distribute electricity
• Join electrical transmission and supply cables and related equipment
• Install and carry out maintenance of underground cables
• Connect electrical components to central electrical network that ensures distribution
• Remove electrical hazards from disturbed or
fallen lines
• Adhere to safety practices and procedures
Other duties may include:
• Install and carry out maintenance of street lighting and traffic management systems
• Install and handle maintenance of Jobsplus
telecommunication cabling, including the
laying of fiber-optic cables
• Conduct necessary testing on power systems
and lines (under supervision)
• Identify and repair faults or defective devices
(under supervision)
Work environment
Electrical Line Installers and Repairers usually work on a full-time time basis and working hours may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays. This role may also necessitate being on call, in case of a fault which requires immediate repair.
Electrical Line Installers and Repairers work outdoors and at different locations. Working at heights and in challenging weather conditions is to be expected.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Electrical Lines Installers and Repairers must possess an Authorisation/Licence B from the Regulator for Energy and Water Services which is issued upon successful completion of the required examinations and 24 months practical experience. Authorisation A must
Number of employees (2017)
253
Share of foreigners (2017)
21%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+25%
Median Pay (per annum)
€15,100
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