Electrician

Description:

An Electrician installs and maintains wiring, fuses and other electrical components in buildings. These types of works can be needed for homes businesses or factory premises.

Facts:

• Electricians work on a wide range of projects ranging from Maintenance to Construction.
• Their working hours can vary depending on the projects.
• Due to their specific training and skills, Electricians get a better paid than the general labourer.

Personal Qualities:

• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Be an organised person
• Understand Safety rules and regulations
• Good with practical work
• A people’s person

A Typical Day:

• Installing, Inspecting and testing equipments
• Repairing and maintaining electrical equipments

Entry Requirements:

• You could start out as an apprenticeship straight from School or College and get the required training.
• National Vocational Qualification level 2 & 3
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma from City and Guilds

Source: https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk and http://careerplanning.about.com