According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software. | 80% |
| Reassemble and test equipment after repairs. | 78% |
| Confer with customers to determine the nature of malfunctions. | 77% |
| Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using electrician's tools. | 75% |
| Install electrical equipment such as air-conditioning, heating, or ignition systems and components such as generator brushes and commutators, using hand tools. | 75% |
| Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment. | 74% |
| Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors. | 74% |
| Maintain equipment service records. | 74% |
| Refer to schematics and manufacturers' specifications that show connections and provide instructions on how to locate problems. | 72% |
| Install fixtures, outlets, terminal boards, switches, and wall boxes, using hand tools. | 71% |
| Install new fuses, electrical cables, or power sources as required. | 71% |
| Repair or rebuild equipment such as starters, generators, distributors, or door controls, using electrician's tools. | 68% |
| Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures, outlet boxes, and fuse holders, using electric drills and routers. | 67% |
| Estimate costs of repairs based on parts and labor requirements. | 66% |
| Measure, cut, and install frameworks and conduit to support and connect wiring, control panels, and junction boxes, using hand tools. | 65% |
