(Inverter and Solar) Installation Electrician

1 week ago

Cape Town, South Africa Hlanganisa Managed Services Full time

**SUMMARY OF POSITION**

PowerConnect are looking for an experienced electrical technician (Wireman).

**ELECTRICIAN ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Design and draw electrical circuitry.
- Install, maintain and repair electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems.
- Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
- Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
- Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
- Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
- Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.
- Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
- Lead, direct and train staff members to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
- Prepare sketches and or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and practice safety codes.
- Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, ammeters, and test lamps.
- Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors.
- Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment from designated procurement office.
- Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
- Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
- Installation of conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
- Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications.
- Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.
- Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit and moving and lifting heavy objects.
- Provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.
- Provide assistance during emergencies.
- Read technical diagrams and blueprints.
- Perform general electrical maintenance.
- Inspect transformers and circuit breakers and other electrical components.
- Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
- Repair and replace equipment, electrical wiring, or fixtures.
- Circuit breaker corrective maintenance.
- Supervising apprentice electricians.
- Ordering of electrical supplies and equipment from ICS stores.
- Good knowledge of heating and air conditioning systems.
- Good knowledge of various test equipment.
- Can perform and issue Certificate of Compliance (CoC) Testing.

ELECTRICIAN JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Grade 12 or Equivalent Certification (NQF Level 4)
- No Criminal record
- Completed electrician apprenticeship.
- At least 3 Years experience working as an electrician (Wireman).
- Full understanding of SANS 10142-1 (Wiring of Premises)
- Full understanding of OHS Act (Occupational Health and Safety)
- Valid driver's license.
- Electrical Certificate from a technical college (Any EW SETA certification).
- Deep electrical system, power generation, blueprints and maintenance and repair knowledge.
- Knowledge and experience in Generator and UPS installations (Alternative supplies)
- Knowledge and experience in renewable energy field. (Solar, etc.)
- Good communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills

**Experience**:

- Inverter and Solar: 4 years (required)

License/Certification:

- Wireman's License (required)

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