Line mechanic, Kaimahi waea hiko
Also known as
- Maintenance line mechanic, transmission line mechanic, distribution line mechanic, electrical lines worker, lines worker, cable jointer, technical cable technician
Line mechanics install, maintain and repair overhead or underground power lines and electricity transformers. They may replace or service street lights and install poles.
Duration
02:18 mins
Your pay could be
$64K
Lower
$81K to $129K
Most common
$153K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
3-4 years
Line mechanics
- usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours and shifts and be on call
- usually work in different places, and travel locally to work sites
- may work in all weather and hazardous conditions, in confined spaces or at heights
- need to be practical, methodical and safety conscious
Tasks
- repair power lines and electricity transformers
- inspect electrical equipment
- test electrical systems
- control power connections during maintenance
- align equipment during installation
- work from elevated work platforms
- climb poles and structures for repairs
- operate heavy machinery
- communicate with team members
- drive vehicles to work sites
Practical
Investigative
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need to do an apprenticeship to become a line mechanic.
You need
- to do an apprenticeship in power line installation and maintenance and get a New Zealand Certificate in Electricity Supply (Line Mechanic Distribution) (Level 4) OR a New Zealand Certificate in Electricity Supply (Transmission Line Maintenance) (Level 4)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Electricity Supply (Introductory)
- a Trainee Limited Certificate from the Electrical Workers Registration Board
You may need
- a Heavy Vehicle Class driver licence
- to pass a medical assessment
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
https://www.ewrb.govt.nz/If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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