Industrial electrician, Kaihangarau taputapu hiko ahumahi
Also known as
- Industrial electrical technician, industrial maintenance electrician, plant maintenance electrician, automation electrician
Industrial electricians install, test and repair electrical equipment like industrial controls and manufacturing machinery.

Your pay could be
$61K
Lower
$83K to $123K
Most common
$144K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax

Industrial electricians
- usually work regular business hours but may work shifts and be on call
- usually work in industrial plants, factories or construction sites
- may work in hot, noisy and dusty conditions and at heights
- need to be methodical, safety conscious and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning
- maintain repair or maintenance records
- test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning
- inspect equipment to locate or identify electrical problems
- install electrical components, equipment, or systems
- diagnose equipment malfunctions
- demonstrate activity techniques or equipment use
- enter codes or other information into computers
- calibrate equipment to specifications
- maintain work equipment or machinery
Practical
Investigative
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need to do an apprenticeship to become an industrial electrician.
You need
- to do an apprenticeship in electrical engineering
- a Trainee Limited Certificate from the Electrical Workers Registration Board
You may need
- a driver licence
- to pass a drug test
Registration
You need to be registered to do this job. This means you meet your industry's professional standards.
Electrical Workers Registration Board
Phone Number,0800 661 000
info@ewrb.govt.nz
http://www.ewrb.govt.nz/If you’re in school
You need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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