Is being an electrician's assistant a good fit for you?
Helps electricians with simpler tasks. Carries materials and tools, and keeps the work area clean.
What the work involves
- Strips insulation from wire ends and attaches the wires to terminals ready for soldering.
- Finds faults in wiring using a test meter.
- Measures, cuts and bends wire and tubing using measuring tools and hand tools.
- Checks electrical units for loose connections and damaged insulation and tightens connections.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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Free. About 15 minutes. No account.