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What He Does
An electrician
lays out, installs and test electrical fixtures, and
installs electrical wiring systems used to heat, light,
power and air conditioning and refrigeration in homes,
office buildings, factories, hospitals, and schools.
He or she also
installs conduit and connects electrical machinery,
equipment and controls.
The Electrician
uses a wide variety of hand tools to perform his tasks.
The Journeymen Electrician must master both mechanical
and technical skills. This craftsman must understand the
use of meters and specialized testing equipment, be
adept at trouble-shooting and understand the theory
behind the transmission of electrical energy.
Working
Conditions
In new
construction, Electricians move onto the job as soon as
the structure begins to take form, installing grounding
and temporary lights and power. The work is active and
strenuous with much of the work done in awkward
positions and frequently in cramped quarters.
Electricians may be called upon to work in new and old
buildings, new and old homes, also commercial and
industrial construction. |
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