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Electricians

Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems.

Tasks
21 tasks20 core, 1 supplemental
Family
Construction & ExtractionOne of its 65 occupations
Code
47-2111.00SOC 2018: 47-2111

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  1. Task 1. Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.Core taskTask 2882Rated by 56 people who do the job, August 2022
  2. Task 2. Place 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.Core taskTask 2888Rated by 56 people who do the job, August 2022
  3. Task 3. Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.Core taskTask 2887Rated by 56 people who do the job, August 2022
  4. Task 4. Use 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.Core taskTask 2883Rated by 56 people who do the job, August 2022
  5. Task 5. Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.Core taskTask 2873Rated by 56 people who do the job, August 2022
  6. Task 6. Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.Core taskTask 2875Rated by 56 people who do the job, August 2022
  7. Task 7. Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.Core taskTask 2879Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  8. Task 8. Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.Core taskTask 2880Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022
  9. Task 9. Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.Core taskTask 2881Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022
  10. Task 10. Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.Core taskTask 2878Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  11. Task 11. Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.Core taskTask 2874Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022
  12. Task 12. Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.Core taskTask 2876Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022
  13. Task 13. Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors.Core taskTask 2884Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022
  14. Task 14. Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.Core taskTask 2877Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022
  15. Task 15. Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.Core taskTask 2886Rated by 56 people who do the job, August 2022
  16. Task 16. Construct or fabricate parts, using hand tools, according to specifications.Core taskTask 20439Rated by 56 people who do the job, August 2022
  17. Task 17. Provide preliminary sketches or cost estimates for materials or services.Core taskTask 2892Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022
  18. Task 18. Perform business management duties, such as maintaining records or files, preparing reports, or ordering supplies or equipment.Core taskTask 2885Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022
  19. Task 19. Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.Core taskTask 2890Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022
  20. Task 20. Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects.Core taskTask 2891Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  21. Task 21. Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles.Supplemental taskTask 2893Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022

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    O*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 47-2111
  3. License
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  4. Changed by us
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