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Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay
SOC 49-2095.00
Inspect, test, repair, or maintain electrical equipment in generating stations, substations, and in-service relays.
8
Skills
8
Knowledge
3
Job Zone
No
Green
Top Skills 8
Critical Thinking
3.8
Equipment Maintenance
3.6
Repairing
3.6
Troubleshooting
3.5
Reading Comprehension
3.4
Operation Monitoring
3.2
Quality Control Analysis
3.2
Active Listening
3.1
Knowledge Areas 8
Mechanical
4.3
Mathematics
3.9
Engineering and Technology
3.9
Public Safety and Security
3.9
English Language
3.8
Computers and Electronics
3.7
Design
3.7
Physics
3.5
Key Tasks
1Inspect and test equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using
wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or ammeters.
2Prepare and maintain records detailing tests, repairs, and maintenance.
3Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel to
troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and to determine optimum equipment
functioning.
4Analyze test data to diagnose malfunctions, to determine performance characteristics
of systems, or to evaluate effects of system modifications.
5Open and close switches to isolate defective relays, performing adjustments or
repairs.
Also Known As
Apparatus Lineman
Corrosion Control Fitter
Corrosion Technician
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (E & I Technician)
Electrical Maintenance Mechanic
Electrical Technician
Gear Technician
Generating Station Mechanic
Generator Mechanic
Instrument and Control Technician (I & C Technician)
Tools & Equipment
Adjustable hand wrenches
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