ELECTRICIAN

Electricians are mainly engaged in making, fitting or repairing electrical machines, instruments or appliances.

Electricians may perform the following tasks:

• Read mechanical drawings, electrical wiring diagrams or specifications to find out job requirements
• Make or alter metal parts, assemble parts and check that they fit and are lined up correctly
• Maintain and repair equipment and other dairy machinery as required

SCOPE:

Many Electricians are employed in dairy manufacturing plants to repair and maintain electrical machinery and equipment.Completion of post-apprenticeship qualifications, particularly in electronics, may enable advancements to training, supervisory or management positions.

COURSES AND TRAINING:

Entry to this job usually requires the completion of an apprenticeship. Employers prefer applicants who have completed Year 10 or the equivalent. The New Apprenticeships scheme has been implemented nationally. It requires that you complete a set of core competencies that are linked to the type of job and the level of qualification desired.

CONTACT:

• Training Manager, Electrical and Electronic Skill Centre
  1024-1038 Lygon Street,
  Carlton North VIC 3054.
  Ph: (03) 9388 0566.
  
  
• Communications, Electrical and Electronic, Information
  Technology and Primary Industry Training
  Ph: 03 9381 1366