§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

electrical equipment assembler

Electrical equipment assemblers are responsible for the assembly of electrical equipment.

Description

Electrical equipment assemblers are responsible for the assembly of electrical equipment. They assemble product components and wiring according to the blueprints.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

electricity electrical discharge electrical equipment regulations electricity principles electrical wiring diagrams

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

wire harnesses waste removal regulations electrical engineering electric generators electrical power safety regulations electrical machines electromechanics electrical wire accessories power engineering electric motors manufacture of electrical wire products electric drives switching devices

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

assemble electrical components wear appropriate protective gear fasten components attach power cords to electric module report defective manufacturing materials apply soldering techniques inspect quality of products operate soldering equipment interpret electrical diagrams meet deadlines troubleshoot remove defective products monitor manufacturing quality standards align components measure parts of manufactured products ensure conformity to specifications connect armature windings read assembly drawings

OPTIONALOptional competences

use specialised tools in electric repairs perform test run oversee logistics of finished products inspect electrical supplies measure electrical characteristics install electrical and electronic equipment provide technical documentation apply coating to electrical equipment adjust manufacturing equipment apply technical communication skills maintain electrical equipment replace defect components dispose of hazardous waste clean components during assembly keep records of work progress repair wiring install electric switches resolve equipment malfunctions adjust voltage

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)