Industrial Electrician Trade Skills

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Occupational Skills

Utilizes drawings, codes, standards and service and operating manuals.

Interprets blueprints, drawings and schematics.

knowledge of types and formats of drawings and schematics
knowledge of information contained on drawings and schematics such as dimensions, tolerances and components
ability to recognize symbols and abbreviations
ability to calculate dimensions
ability to visualize three dimensional structures and circuits

Modifies drawings and schematics.

knowledge of modifications to electrical systems
knowledge of drawing conventions
knowledge of documentation requirements for drawings
knowledge of CAD systems
ability to prepare sketches
ability to document changes to drawings and schematics

Interprets service and operating manuals, specifications and technical bulletins.

knowledge of operation of equipment or components
knowledge of service/operating manuals
knowledge of technical bulletins
knowledge of equipment specifications
ability to locate product information, operating service procedures and maintenance schedules
ability to access information from the Internet, DVD or CD
ability to recognize need for and locate technical updates and technical bulletins
ability to update service operating manuals

Complies with government codes, standards and regulations.

knowledge of government standards and regulations such as OHSA, WHMIS, TDG hazardous/dangerous goods
knowledge of ECUSR, IEEE, CSA, ULC and ISA standards
knowledge of Federal, Provincial and Municipal electrical codes
ability to locate and access standards, codes and regulations
ability to interpret standards, codes and regulations

Employs tools and equipment.

Uses and services hand tools.

knowledge of types and function of common hand tools
knowledge of metric and imperial tool sizes
knowledge of operating procedures and techniques for hand tools
ability to select hand tools required for task to be performed
ability to clean and lubricate hand tools
ability to store hand tools
ability to perform minor repairs such as sharpening, straightening and cleaning

Operates and services portable power tools.

knowledge of types and functions of air, electric and hydraulic portable power tools
knowledge of operating procedures for air, electric and hydraulic portable power tools
knowledge of capabilities and limitations of air, electric and hydraulic portable power tools
knowledge of power supply requirements for selected portable power tools
ability to select the portable power tools for the job to be performed
ability to clean and lubricate portable power tools
ability to perform minor repairs such as replace power cord ends, replace air line connectors and replace hydraulic or air hoses
ability to store portable power tools

Operates powder-actuated tools.

knowledge of types and functions of powder actuated tools
knowledge of operating procedures for powder actuated tools
knowledge of specifications of fasteners for powder-actuated tools
knowledge of capabilities and limitations of powder-actuated tools
knowledge of licencing or training requirements prior to use of powder-actuated tools
ability to charge powder-actuated tools
ability to clean and lubricate powder-actuated tools
ability to perform basic maintenance and minor repairs of powder-actuated tools
ability to transport, store and dispose of powder actuated tools

Operates and services stationary power tools.

knowledge of types and functions of stationary power tools
knowledge of operating procedures for stationary power tools
knowledge of capabilities and limitations of stationary power tools
knowledge of power supply requirements for selected stationary power tools
ability to select the stationary power tool for the job to be performed
ability to clean and lubricate stationary power tools
ability to perform minor repairs

Uses access equipment.

knowledge of types of access equipment such as ladders, staging and scaffolding
knowledge of load bearing capacity of access equipment
knowledge of standards, specifications and regulations for access equipment such as Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
ability to secure access equipment
ability to employ fall arrest equipment such as harnesses, safety belts and lines
ability to erect, dismantle and maintain stationary scaffolding
ability to erect, dismantle and maintain rolling scaffolding
ability to erect, dismantle and maintain staging

Operates and maintains material handling equipment.

knowledge of types and functions of hoisting, tugging and lifting devices such as jacks, hoists and come-alongs
knowledge of types and functions of rigging equipment such as belts, ropes, cables and slings
knowledge of operating procedures and techniques for hoisting, tugging and lifting devices
knowledge of hoisting, tugging and lifting capacities
ability to calculate loads and weights
ability to clean, lubricate and store rigging, hoisting, tugging and lifting devices
ability to recognize damaged, worn, defective and leaking components
ability to perform minor repairs and replenish fluids

Uses mechanical measuring equipment.

knowledge of types and functions of mechanical measuring equipment such as vernier calipers, micrometers and dial indicators
knowledge of operating procedures for mechanical measuring equipment
knowledge of handling and storage requirements for mechanical measuring equipment
ability to check mechanical measuring equipment for accuracy and calibration
ability to convert between metric and imperial measurements
ability to identify damaged, worn or inaccurate mechanical measuring equipment
ability to store mechanical measuring equipment

Operates electrical testing and diagnostic tools.

knowledge of types and functions of electrical testing and diagnostic tools
knowledge of proper care and handling of electrical testing and diagnostic tools
knowledge of operating procedures for electrical testing and diagnostic tools
knowledge of capabilities and limitations of electrical testing and diagnostic tools
ability to interpret readings and fault codes
ability to hook up electrical testing and diagnostic tools
ability to perform minor maintenance such as changing batteries or cleaning connectors
ability to store electrical testing and diagnostic tools

Operates computer systems.

knowledge of types and functions of computer systems
knowledge of capabilities of computer systems
knowledge of computer operating systems and networking requirements
knowledge of computer system software such as word processors, data bases, e-mail and Internet browsers
ability to download and upload e-mail and digital images on laptop and desk top computers
ability to backup storage media
ability to create and modify documents
ability to input data to manufacturer’s software

Demonstrates work practices and procedures.

Conducts work area inspection.

knowledge of component defects
knowledge of inspection check lists
ability to recognize work area hazards
ability to recognize defective equipment and components
ability to recognize damaged or worn components
ability to document work area inspections

Installs fasteners, fittings and connectors.

knowledge of types, styles, purposes and sizes of fasteners, fittings and connectors
knowledge of capabilities and limitation of fasteners, fittings and connectors
knowledge of replacement procedures and techniques for fasteners, fittings and connectors
knowledge of torque limits
knowledge of required lubricants and sealants on fittings, fasteners and connectors
ability to select fasteners, fittings and connectors compatible and reliable with job specifications
ability to torque fasteners
ability to lubricate and seal fasteners, fittings and connectors

Performs lock-out and tagging.

knowledge of lock-out and tagging procedures and techniques
knowledge of system components that require lock-out and tagging
knowledge of plant and documentation requirements
ability to implement lock-out procedures
ability to affix tags and signage

Installs conduit.

knowledge of types and sizes of conduit
knowledge of electrical applications requiring conduit
ability to route conduit
ability to mount and secure conduit
ability to cut and join conduit
ability to bend conduit

Performs electrical wiring and termination operations.

knowledge of types, sizes and gauges of wire
knowledge of wiring procedures and techniques
knowledge of termination procedures and techniques
ability to route and secure wiring
ability to cut and crimp wiring
ability to label, verify and record installation of wiring
ability to check continuity of wiring
ability to terminate wiring
ability to fish wiring through conduit

Installs raceways, cable trays, busways and associated components.

knowledge of types and sizes of raceways, cable trays, busways and associated components
knowledge of electrical codes and local utility standards
knowledge of methods of support for raceways, cable trays and busways
knowledge of grounding techniques and procedures for raceways, cable trays and busways
ability to layout position of raceways, cable trays and busways
ability to secure raceways, cable trays and busways

Cleans and lubricates parts and components.

knowledge of cleaning equipment
knowledge of lubricating equipment
knowledge of characteristics, applications, qualities and capabilities of lubricants and cleaners
knowledge of cleaning and lubricating equipment operating procedures and techniques
knowledge of personal and work area protective equipment
knowledge of ventilation requirements
knowledge of environmental protection requirements for cleaners and lubricants such as recovery, disposal, storage and handling
ability to apply lubricants
ability to operate cleaning equipment

Troubleshoots common electrical devices associated with pneumatic/hydraulic/ mechanical systems.

knowledge of components of electrical devices associated with pneumatic/hydraulic systems such as central system pressure switches
knowledge of operation of electrical devices associated with pneumatic/hydraulic systems
knowledge of operation of pneumatic/hydraulic systems
knowledge of diagnostic instruments such as regulators and pressure gauges
knowledge of faults that occur in electrical devices associated with pneumatic/hydraulic systems
knowledge of service procedures and techniques for pneumatic/hydraulic systems
ability to shutdown pneumatic/hydraulic systems
ability to operate diagnostic instruments
ability to isolate fault to electrical devices in pneumatic/hydraulic systems
ability to replace filters, air dryers and oil injectors on pneumatic systems
ability to operate portable hydraulic units and set pressure rise and fall on pressure switches

Services mechanical components of electrical equipment.

knowledge of mechanical components associated with electrical equipment such as chains, sprockets, belts, links, levels, pulleys, sockets, couplings, shafts, bearings and bushings
knowledge of operation of mechanical components
knowledge of replacement and adjustment procedures for mechanical components
ability to replace defective, damaged or worn mechanical components
ability to align mechanical components
ability to adjust mechanical components such as links, levels and belts

Completes work-related documentation.

knowledge of required work-related documents such as repair orders, maintenance cards/sheets, preventative/predictive maintenance sheets and government inspection forms
knowledge of information required for specific work-related documents such as work performed, date performed, signature, time required and parts replaced
ability to file service records
ability to update service records

Wiring And Lighting Systems

Installs and maintains illumination systems.

Inspects illumination systems.

knowledge of components of illumination systems
knowledge of operation of components of illumination systems
knowledge of inspection techniques
ability to recognize damaged, worn, defective or hazardous components such as cracked lens, missing globes/guards, flickering lamps, broken sockets or broken/missing supports
ability to recognize abnormal odours and sounds such as humming
ability to functionally test illumination systems

Replaces illumination systems.

knowledge of installation techniques and applications for illumination systems
knowledge of types and sizes of luminaires
ability to mount and secure components
ability to connect components

Troubleshoots illumination systems.

knowledge of illumination systems
knowledge of types and sizes of luminaires
knowledge of capability and capacity of system parts such as ballasts and lamps
knowledge of faults in illumination systems such as shorts and grounds
ability to employ diagnostic equipment such as multi-meters and lamp testers
ability to recognize faults in illumination systems
ability to isolate faults in illumination systems

Repairs illumination systems.

knowledge of procedures and techniques and performance characteristics of illumination systems
knowledge of repair, replacement, adjustment procedures and techniques for illumination systems
knowledge of types, sizes, ratings and operation of components/parts such as photo cells and timers
ability to replace illumination system components/parts such as ballasts, sockets and lamps
ability to adjust height and angles of fixtures
ability to verify operation of adjusted and replaced components/parts

Maintains single and three-phase AC systems.

Inspects single and three phase AC systems.

knowledge of components of single and three phase AC systems
knowledge of operational characteristics of single and three-phase AC systems
knowledge of inspection procedures
ability to recognize damaged, worn, defective, hazardous components such as damaged insulation, sockets, ballasts and chargers
ability to conduct physical examination for abnormal characteristics such as heat
ability to verify operation of systems

Replaces single and three phase AC systems.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques for single and three-phase AC systems
knowledge of operational characteristics such as heat ratings, types and uses
ability to mount and secure components such as panels, switches, relays and breakers
ability to connect components

Troubleshoots single and three-phase AC systems.

knowledge of operational characteristics of single and three-phase AC systems such as capabilities of components, balance loads, voltage ratings and frequencies
knowledge of probable causes of faults such as shorts, opens and grounds
knowledge of fault severity
ability to operate diagnostic equipment such as meters and ballast testers
ability to isolate fault to a component or part
ability to interpret diagnostic data

ability to interpret diagnostic data

knowledge of replacement procedures and techniques
knowledge of adjustment procedures, ratings and properties
knowledge of types, sizes, capabilities of components
knowledge of operation of the components
ability to replace components such as relays, contactors, transformers and sockets
ability to bring components into specification such as adjusting spring tension on relays, gap between contacts and transformer outputs
ability to fabricate or modify replacement components such as shades, guards, relay mountings, back planes and panels
ability to verify operation of replaced, adjusted and fabricated components

Services single and three phase AC systems.

knowledge of operational characteristics of components such as life expectancy
knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing, preventative/predictive maintenance, routing and frequency
ability to perform preventative/predictive maintenance procedures
ability to verify operation of components

Maintains DC systems.

Inspects DC systems.

knowledge of components of DC systems
knowledge of operational characteristics of DC systems
knowledge of inspection procedures
ability to recognize damaged, worn, defective, hazardous components such as damaged insulation, sockets, ballasts, chargers and batteries
ability to conduct physical examination for abnormal characteristics such as heat
ability to verify operation of systems

Replaces DC systems.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques for DC systems
knowledge of operational characteristics such as heat ratings, types and uses
ability to mount and secure components such as panels, switches, relays and breakers
ability to connect components

Troubleshoots DC systems.

knowledge of operational characteristics of DC systems such as capabilities of components, balance loads, voltage ratings
knowledge of probable causes of faults such as shorts, opens and grounds
knowledge of fault severity
ability to operate diagnostic equipment such as meters and ballast testers
ability to isolate fault to a component or part
ability to interpret diagnostic data

Repairs DC systems.

knowledge of replacement procedures and techniques
knowledge of adjustment procedures, ratings and properties
knowledge of types, sizes, capabilities of components
knowledge of operation of the components
ability to replace components such as relays, contactors and sockets
ability to bring components into specification such as adjusting spring tension on relays and gap between contacts
ability to fabricate or modify replacement components such as shades, guards, relay mountings, back planes and panels
ability to verify operation of replaced, adjusted and fabricated components

Services DC systems.

knowledge of operational characteristics of components such as life expectancy
knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing preventative/predictive maintenance, routing and frequency
ability to perform preventative/predictive maintenance procedures
ability to verify operation of components

Maintains grounding, bonding and cathodic protection systems.

Inspects grounding, bonding and cathodic protection systems.

knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques
knowledge of system components and characteristics such as types, sizes and uses
knowledge of system requirements such as fault current
ability to visually and physically examine components for wear, damages and defects

Replaces grounding, bonding and cathodic protection systems.

knowledge of installation techniques and procedures such as torque requirements
knowledge of system characteristics such as types, sizes, interchangeability and location
knowledge of requirements of the grounding, bonding, cathodic system such as fault protocol and ground conditions
ability to use specialty tools such as powder actuated tools
ability to mount and secure components such as conductors, neutral grounding and current transformers
ability to connect/attach components such as ground clamps and thermit-welding equipment

Troubleshoots grounding, bonding and cathodic protection systems.

knowledge of system characteristics
knowledge of probable causes of faults
knowledge of required diagnostic equipment such as meggers, meters and grounding test sets
ability to analyze component faults
ability to operate diagnostic equipment
ability to interpret diagnostic results

Repairs grounding, bonding and cathodic protection systems.

knowledge of replacement procedures and techniques
knowledge of adjustment procedures and techniques
knowledge of system characteristics
knowledge of specialty equipment types, uses and procedures
ability to replace damaged components
ability to adjust tolerances of components to specifications
ability to use specialty equipment such as powder-actuated tools
ability to verify operation of replaced components
ability to verify system integrity

Services grounding, bonding and cathodic protection systems.

knowledge of system requirements and characteristics
knowledge of test procedures and techniques
knowledge of preventative maintenance schedule such as frequency and routing
knowledge of components and parts
ability to functionally test systems
ability to perform preventative maintenance procedures
ability to verify operation of systems

Maintains seismic restraint systems.

Inspects seismic restraint systems.

knowledge of government requirements (as applicable to geographic location)
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques of systems
knowledge of system components such as cables and vibration mounts
ability to visually and physically examine systems for system integrity

Replaces seismic restraint systems.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques
knowledge of specifications of components such as cable sizes, types and mounting hardware
knowledge of fabrication techniques
ability to mount and secure components such as cables and mounting hardware
ability to connect components such as cables and mounting hardware
ability to fabricate mounting components

Repairs seismic restraint systems.

knowledge of replacement procedures and techniques
ability to replace cables and mounting hardware
ability to verify integrity of replaced components

Power Distribution And Generating Systems

Maintains high voltage power distribution systems.

Inspects high voltage power systems.

knowledge of components of system such as alternators, transformers and switch gears
knowledge of operation of components of high voltage power systems
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques for high voltage power systems
knowledge of safety procedures and equipment required to inspect high voltage power systems
ability to visually examine high voltage systems for abnormal operation of components such as knife blades, alignment, damaged components and leaking transformers
ability to confirm operation of high voltage power systems

Replaces high voltage power systems.

knowledge of operation of high voltage power systems and components
knowledge of installation procedures and techniques for termination of high voltage wires
knowledge of ratings and interchangeability of components such as bus and breakers
knowledge of high voltage test equipment and procedures
knowledge of safety procedures and equipment required to install high voltage power systems
ability to locate, mount and secure high voltage components such as transformers and disconnects
ability to terminate high voltage conductors
ability to operate high voltage test equipment
ability to interpret test data such as voltage, current, resistance, phase angle and frequency

Troubleshoots high voltage power systems.

knowledge of operation of components of high voltage power systems such as alternators, transformers and switch gears
knowledge of high voltage diagnostic equipment and procedures
knowledge of causes of power losses such as phase-to-phase shorts, over current and under frequency
knowledge of safety procedures and equipment required to troubleshoot high voltage power sytems
ability to isolate faults to component levels
ability to operate diagnostic equipment
ability to interpret diagnostic data such as voltage, current and frequency

Repairs high voltage power systems.

knowledge of operation of high voltage power systems
knowledge of components of high voltage power systems
knowledge of repair, replacement and adjustment procedures and techniques for high voltage power components
knowledge of high voltage test equipment
knowledge of high voltage power systems components/parts such as transformers, connectors and switches
knowledge of operation of test equipment and interpret test data
knowledge of safety procedures and equipment required to repair high voltage power systems
ability to verify operation of replaced or adjusted components.

Services high voltage power systems.

knowledge of operation of high voltage power systems
knowledge of components of high voltage power systems
knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing high voltage insulation testing such as transformers, oil samplings, infra red analysis
knowledge of preventative/predictive maintenance schedule
knowledge of calibration procedures and techniques for components such as breakers, relays and switch gears
knowledge of operation of test equipment cleaning methods and materials for high voltage system components
knowledge of safety procedures and equipment required to service high voltage power systems
ability to calibrate components such as breakers, relays and switch gears
ability to perform procedures such as oil samplings, infra red testing and high voltage insulation testing
ability to clean components such as insulators, contactors and switch gears

Maintains low voltage power distribution systems.

Inspects low voltage power systems.

knowledge of components of low voltage power systems such as alternators, transformers, switch gears and contactors
knowledge of operation of components of low voltage power systems
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques for low voltage power systems
ability to visually examine low voltage systems for abnormal operation of components such as damaged components, leaking transformers and discolouration of contacts
ability to confirm operation of low voltage power systems

Installs low voltage power systems.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques for low voltage power systems such as generators, motor circuits, wire terminations
knowledge of rating and interchangeability of components such as bus, breakers and distribution panels
knowledge of low voltage test equipment and procedures
knowledge of characteristics, types and sizes of low voltage power system components
ability to mount and secure low voltage components such as motors, generators and lights
ability to interpret test data
ability to connect power supply
ability to verify operation of low voltage power systems

Troubleshoots energized and non-energized low voltage power systems.

knowledge of operation and function of components of low voltage power systems such as motors, generators and switches
knowledge of low voltage diagnostic equipment and procedures
knowledge of fault characteristics of low voltage power systems
knowledge of types of tests for low voltage power systems
ability to operate diagnostic equipment such as meggers
ability to interpret test data such as resistance level
ability to isolate faults to component levels

Repairs low voltage power systems.

knowledge of operation and function of components of low voltage power systems such as motors, generators and switches
knowledge of low voltage test equipment and procedures
knowledge of repair, replacement, alignment, adjustment, modification, procedures and techniques for low voltage power systems
ability to replace, adjust and modify low voltage power system components such as breakers, panels and motor control centres
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data
ability to verify operation of replaced, adjusted and modified low voltage power system components
ability to overhaul components such as motors, breakers and contactors

Services low voltage power systems.

knowledge of components and characteristics of low voltage power systems
knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing components such as bearings, contacts, relays and switches
knowledge of specifications of components of low voltage power systems
knowledge of preventative/predictive maintenance schedule
knowledge of calibration procedures and techniques
knowledge of operation of test equipment
ability to perform procedures such as greasing, cleaning, retorquing and painting
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data
ability to verify operation of low voltage power system components to specification

Maintains direct current power systems.

Inspects direct current power systems.

knowledge of operation of direct current power systems
knowledge of components of direct current power systems
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques for direct current power systems
knowledge of specifications of components of direct current power systems
ability to visually examine direct current power system components such as motors, generators, batteries and brushes
ability to confirm operation of DC power system components

Replaces direct current power systems.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques for DC power system components
knowledge of specifications, interchangeability, and characteristics of components such as contactors, breakers and relays
knowledge of test equipment
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data
ability to locate, mount and secure components of DC power systems
ability to terminate DC component connections
ability to verify operation of DC power systems

Troubleshoots direct current power systems.

knowledge of operation of components of DC power systems such as motors and generators
knowledge of diagnostic equipment and procedures
knowledge of types and characteristics of DC power system components such as field control/systems and batteries
knowledge of types and causes of failure of DC power system components
ability to operate diagnostic equipment
ability to interpret diagnostic data such as voltage and current resistance
ability to locate and isolate faulty components in DC power systems

Repairs direct current power systems.

knowledge of operation of DC power systems
knowledge of components of DC power systems
knowledge of specifications and characteristics of components of DC power systems
knowledge of test equipment and procedures
knowledge of capacities and interchangeability of components such as brushes, relays and buses
knowledge of procedures and techniques for repair, replacement, adjustment, modification and fabrication of components for DC power systems
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data
ability to replace, adjust, and modify components for DC power systems
ability to verify operation of replaced, adjusted and modified components for DC power systems

Services direct current power systems.

knowledge of operation of DC power systems
knowledge of characteristics and specifications for components of DC power systems
knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing such as replacing brushes, batteries and bearings and resurfacing commutators
knowledge of preventative/predictive maintenance schedule
knowledge of calibration procedures and techniques for components such as brushes, spring tension and contact/pressure gap
knowledge of operation of test equipment and procedures for testing
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data such as resistance integrity, voltage and current
ability to calibrate components such as electrolyte levels, brush gap, spring tension and charger
ability to perform procedures such as cleaning, painting and resurfacing

Electrical Equipment

ability to remove obstruction and debris from cooling fan surfaces

Inspects rotating equipment and associated controls.

knowledge of components of rotating equipment and associated controls
knowledge of operation of components
knowledge of inspection techniques and procedures
ability to recognize damaged, worn, defective or hazardous components such as bearings, brushes and slip rings
ability to recognize abnormal heat, sounds, odours, vibrations and arching/sparking sources
ability to functionally test control elements such as Human Machine Interface (HMI), starting/stopping systems and speed controls

Replaces rotating equipment and associated controls.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques
knowledge of types, sizes and ratings of parts and components
ability to mount and secure rotating equipment and associated controls
ability to connect rotating equipment and associated controls to power source
ability to verify operation of installed rotating equipment

Troubleshoots rotating equipment and associated controls.

knowledge of rotating equipment and associated control systems
knowledge of types, sizes and ratings of system components such as AC/DC motors, AC/DC generators and HMI’s
knowledge of faults in rotating equipment and associated controls such as shorts, grounds and loss of phase
ability to employ diagnostic equipment such as multi-meters, meggers and tachometers
ability to recognize faults
ability to isolate faults in system down to parts/components

Repairs rotating equipment and associated controls.

knowledge of repair, replacement, adjustment techniques and procedures
knowledge of types, sizes, ratings and operation of components/parts
ability to replace components/parts such as brushes, bearings, thermistors and HMI’s
ability to adjust control parameters such as speed, acceleration and overload settings
ability to verify operation of repaired, replaced or adjusted components/parts

Services rotating equipment and associated controls.

knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing rotating equipment and associated controls
knowledge of types and ratings of components/parts
knowledge of calibration procedures and techniques
knowledge of calibration equipment
knowledge of preventive/predictive maintenance procedures and techniques
ability to employ calibration equipment
ability to apply preventive maintenance procedures such as scheduled brush replacement, resurface commutator and remove obstructions and debris
ability to remove obstruction and debris from cooling surfaces

Maintains drives and associated controls.

Inspects drives and associated controls.

knowledge of drives and associated control systems
knowledge of operation of components
knowledge of inspection techniques and procedures
knowledge of operating parameters of drive system and associated controls
ability to confirm performance within parameters such as deceleration, loading and acceleration
ability to functionally test drives and associated control elements such as HMI, starting and stopping systems and speed controls

Replaces drives and associated controls.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques
knowledge of types, sizes, ratings of parts and components
ability to mount and secure drives and associated controls
ability to connect drives and associated controls to power source
ability to configure operating parameters
ability to verify operation of installed drives and associated controls
ability to tune for optimal performance

Troubleshoots drives and associated controls.

knowledge of drives and associated control system
knowledge of types, sizes, rating of system components/parts such as HMI, modules, filters and power supplies
knowledge of operating parameters of system
knowledge of faults such as shorts, grounds, misfires and communication loss
ability to employ diagnostic equipment such as multi-meters, tachometers, HMI and oscilloscopes
ability to recognize faults
ability to isolate faults in system to parts/components to card level

Repairs drives and associated controls.

knowledge of repair, replacement, tuning techniques and procedures
knowledge of types, size, rating and operation of components/parts
ability to replace components such as boards, thyristors, heat sinks and printed circuits
ability to tune control loops and drive parameters such as acceleration, deceleration and overloads
ability to verify operation of replaced and tuned components/parts

Services drives and associated controls.

knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing drives and associated controls
knowledge of types and ratings of components/parts
knowledge of tuning procedures and techniques
knowledge of operating parameter for drives and associated control systems
knowledge of tuning equipment such as field remotes, interface units, oscilloscopes, HMI and tachometers
ability to employ tuning equipment
ability to tune to optimal performance levels
ability to tighten connections
ability to disassemble/reassemble drive components/parts
ability to remove obstruction and debris from cooling fan surfaces

Emergency And Standby Systems

Maintains uninterruptible power supply systems (UPS).

Inspects uninterruptible power supply systems (UPS).

knowledge of components of UPS
knowledge of operation of UPS
knowledge of inspection techniques and procedures
ability to recognize hazardous conditions in batteries and chargers
ability to interpret monitor readings such as battery voltage, charge rate and ambient temperature

Replaces uninterruptible power supply systems (UPS).

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques
knowledge of types, sizes, ratings, capacity and manufacturer’s recommendations of UPS components such as batteries and inertia
ability to recognize battery hazards and ventilation requirements
ability to mount and secure UPS
ability to connect UPS to power source and protected load
ability to verify operation of installed UPS

ability to connect UPS to power source and protected load

knowledge of UPS equipment
knowledge of types, sizes, ratings and capacity of UPS
knowledge of faults such as low battery voltage, low electrolyte levels, incorrect charging rates and switching controls
knowledge of diagnostic equipment such as battery test kit, oscilloscopes and multi-meters
ability to employ diagnostic equipment
ability to recognize faults
ability to isolate system faults to parts/components

Repairs uninterruptible power supply systems (UPS).

knowledge of repair and replacement techniques and procedures
knowledge of types, sizes, rating and operation of components/parts
ability to replace components such as fuses, batteries, rectifiers and thyristors
ability to verify operation of replaced components/parts

Services uninterruptible power supply systems (UPS).

knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing UPS
knowledge of types, sizes and ratings of components/parts
knowledge of calibration procedures and techniques
knowledge of equipment such as hygrometers, multi-meters and volume sensors
knowledge of battery replacement schedule
ability to employ test equipment
ability to replace batteries
ability to correct electrolyte levels
ability to clean and tighten battery connections

Maintains standby power generating systems.

Inspects standby power generating systems.

knowledge of components of standby power generating systems
knowledge of operation of standby power generating systems
knowledge of inspection techniques and procedures
ability to recognize damaged, worn, defective or hazardous components such as bearings, brushes and slip rings
ability to recognize abnormal heat, sounds, odours, vibration, arcing and sparking
ability to functionally test system and components such as transfer switches and battery chargers

Replaces standby power generating systems.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques
knowledge of types, sizes and rating of systems
ability to mount and secure standby power generating systems
ability to connect standby power generating systems to power supply and protected load
ability to verify operation of installed standby systems

Troubleshoots standby power generating systems.

knowledge of diagnostic techniques and procedures
knowledge of standby power generating systems
knowledge of types and ratings of system components/parts
knowledge of faults in standby power generating systems such as shorts, ground, loss of field and failure to start
ability to employ diagnostic equipment such as multi-meters, oscilloscopes, tachometers and meggers
ability to recognize faults
ability to isolate system faults down to components/parts

Repairs standby power generating systems.

knowledge of repair, replacement and adjustment techniques and procedures
knowledge of types, sizes, ratings and operation of system components/parts
ability to replace components/parts such as brushes, batteries and transfer switch parts
ability to adjust control parameters such as speed, synchronization and droop
ability to verify operation of repaired, replaced or adjusted components/parts

Services standby power generating systems.

knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing standby power generating systems
knowledge of types and ratings of components/parts
ability to employ monitoring devices such as voltmeters, ammeters and synchrometers
ability to test functionality of system and peripherals such as dampers
ability to complete service checklists
ability to apply preventive, predictive maintenance procedures such as check fluid levels and tighten connections

Communication Systems

Maintains alarm systems.

Inspects alarm systems.

knowledge of operation of alarm systems
knowledge of components of alarm systems such as detectors and switches
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques for alarm systems
ability to visually examine alarm systems for damaged or abnormal operation such as detectors, manual stations and annunciation panels
ability to confirm operation of alarm systems

Replaces alarm systems.

knowledge of operation of alarm systems and interchangeability
knowledge of types, sizes and function of alarm system components
knowledge of specifications for alarm system components
knowledge of installation procedures and techniques for alarm systems
knowledge of test equipment and procedures
ability to locate, mount and secure alarm system components
ability to terminate alarm system components such as batteries, strobe lights, horns and buzzers
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data such as voltage, system resistance and load

Troubleshoots alarm systems.

knowledge of operation of alarm systems and components
knowledge of diagnostic equipment and procedures
knowledge of causes of component failure such as shorts, opens and grounds
ability to isolate fault to component level
ability to operate diagnostic equipment
ability to interpret diagnostic data such as voltage, continuity and resistance

Repairs alarm systems.

knowledge of operation of alarm systems
knowledge of types, sizes, interchangeability and function of alarm system components such as fire alarms, process alarms and intrusion alarms
knowledge of procedures and techniques for repair, replacement, adjustment and modification of alarm system components
knowledge of test equipment and procedures for testing
ability to replace, adjust and modify alarm system components such as arming device, manual stations and photocells
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data such as resistance
ability to verify operation of repaired alarm system components

Services alarm systems.

knowledge of operation of alarm systems
knowledge of types, sizes and function of alarm system components
knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing alarm system components such as manual stations
knowledge of operation of test equipment and procedures
knowledge of preventative/predictive maintenance schedule
ability to perform procedures such as cleaning
ability to calibrate components such as detectors and photo/motion sensors
ability to operate test equipment
ability to verify operation of alarm systems
ability to interpret data such as signal-in and signal-out

Maintains paging systems.

Inspects paging systems.

knowledge of operation of paging systems
knowledge of components of paging systems such as cameras, speakers, transmitters and receivers
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques for paging systems
knowledge of specifications for paging system components
ability to visually examine paging systems for pager audio level
ability to confirm operation of paging systems

Replaces paging systems.

knowledge of operation of paging systems
knowledge of types, sizes specifications and interchangeability of paging system components such as receivers and transmitters
knowledge of installation procedures and techniques for paging systems
knowledge of test equipment and procedures for testing paging systems
ability to locate, mount and secure paging system components
ability to fabricate parts such as mounting brackets and stands
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data such as audio sound
ability to verify operation of paging and system components

Troubleshoots paging systems.

knowledge of operation of components of paging systems such as cameras, speakers and microphones
knowledge of diagnostic equipment and procedures such as signal analyzers and voltage meters
knowledge of causes of faults such as signal distortion, noises and shielding
knowledge of specifications for components of paging systems
ability to isolate faults down to component levels
ability to operate diagnostic equipment
ability to interpret diagnostic data such as sounds and tones

17.04 Repairs paging systems. Supporting Knowledge & Abilities

knowledge of operation of paging systems
knowledge of types, sizes and interchangeability of components of paging systems
knowledge of specifications for paging system components
knowledge of procedures and techniques for repair, replacement, fabrication, modification, and adjustment of paging system components
knowledge of test equipment and procedures
ability to repair, adjust, replace, modify and fabricate paging system components
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data such as cables integrity (resistances) and voltage levels
ability to verify operation of repaired paging system components

Services paging systems.

knowledge of operation of paging systems
knowledge of specifications for components of paging systems
knowledge of procedures and techniques of servicing such as cleaning and storage
knowledge of preventative/predictive maintenance schedules
knowledge of calibration procedures and techniques such as tone strength
knowledge of operation of test equipment and test procedures
ability to calibrate components of systems
ability to perform procedures such as air cleaning and vacuuming of paging systems
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data such as signal strength and tone

Maintains audio-visual systems.

Inspects audio-visual systems.

knowledge of operation of audio-visual systems
knowledge of components of paging and audio visual systems such as cameras, speakers, transmitters and receivers
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques for audio-visual systems
knowledge of specifications for audio-visual system components
ability to visually examine audio-visual systems for monitor display and clear definition audio level
ability to confirm operation of audio-visual systems

Replaces audio-visual systems.

knowledge of operation of audio-visual systems
knowledge of types, sizes, specifications and interchangeability of audio-visual system components such as receivers, transmitters, monitors and lenses
knowledge of installation procedures and techniques for audio-visual systems
knowledge of test equipment and procedures for testing
ability to locate, mount and secure audio-visual system components
ability to fabricate parts such as mounting brackets and stands
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data such as display, tone, audio sound and recording
ability to verify operation of audio-visual system components

Troubleshoots audio-visual systems.

knowledge of operation of components of audio visual systems such as cameras, speakers, VCRs and microphones
knowledge of diagnostic equipment and procedures such as signal analyzers and voltage meters
knowledge of causes of faults such as signal distortion, noises, corrupted display and shielding
knowledge of specifications for components of audio-visual systems
ability to isolate faults down to component levels
ability to operate diagnostic equipment
ability to interpret diagnostic data such as sounds, tones and data collisions

Repairs audio-visual systems.

knowledge of operation of audio-visual systems
knowledge of types, sizes and interchangeability of components of audio-visual systems
knowledge of specifications for paging and audio-visual system components
knowledge of procedures and techniques for repair, replacement, fabrication, modification and adjustment of audio-visual system components
knowledge of test equipment and procedures
ability to repair, adjust, replace, modify and fabricate audio-visual system components
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data such as cables integrity (resistances), voltage levels and display clarity
ability to verify operation of repaired audio visual system components

Services audio-visual systems.

knowledge of operation of audio-visual systems
knowledge of specifications for components of audio-visual systems
knowledge of procedures and techniques of servicing such as cleaning, storage and media replacement
knowledge of preventative/predictive maintenance schedules
knowledge of calibration procedures and techniques such as tone strength and audio visual signal strength
knowledge of operation of test equipment and test procedures
ability to calibrate components of audio-visual systems
ability to perform procedures such as air cleaning and vacuuming of audio-visual systems
ability to operate test equipment
ability to interpret test data such as signal strength, tone and display clarity

Control Systems

Maintains protection devices.

Inspects protection devices.

knowledge of operation characteristics of protective devices
knowledge of specification for protective devices
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques
ability to do a visual/physical examination for indicators such as flags or switches, wire integrity, foreign objects, dust, dirt, discolouration and excessive heat
ability to identify abnormal conditions

Replaces protection devices.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques
knowledge of characteristics and specifications of protective devices, sizes, ratings, speeds, types and percent errors
knowledge of fabrication techniques
knowledge of testing procedures and equipment
ability to define system requirements
ability to select appropriate components
ability to fabricate mounting devices such as panel covers, bases and brackets
ability to mount and secure components
ability to verify operation of protective devices

Troubleshoots protection devices.

knowledge of system and components
knowledge of component capabilities
knowledge of probable causes of fault and corrective methods
knowledge of procedures for isolation of suspect devices
knowledge of diagnostic/test equipment such as multi-meters and operational history of devices
knowledge of repair priorities
ability to isolate suspect devices
ability to operate diagnostic equipment
ability to interpret test results
ability to conduct diagnostic test

Repairs protection devices.

knowledge of specifications and characteristics of protective devices such as ratings, sizes, speeds and types
knowledge of replacement, adjustment, test and calibration procedures and techniques
ability to replace protective devices
ability to adjust protective devices such as tension, settings, set points and parameters
ability to adjust protective devices such as fuse holders
ability to test and calibrate components such as time dials, temperature, set points and overload relays
ability to verify operation of replaced, adjusted and calibrated devices

Services protection devices.

knowledge of specifications and parameters for protective devices
knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures and schedules
knowledge of test and calibration procedures
ability to perform preventative maintenance procedures such as cleaning and adjusting
ability to calibrate devices
ability to verify operation of serviced devices

Maintains input/output field devices.

Inspects input/output field devices.

knowledge of types and uses of input/output field devices
knowledge of operation of input/output field devices
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques for input/output field devices
ability to visually and physically examine device for damage, wear, leakage, stress and abnormal heat
ability to functionally test devices to confirm device operation

Replaces input/output field devices.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques for input/output field devices
knowledge of types, sizes and interchangeability of components
knowledge of specifications and possible future requirements
ability to mount and secure input/output field device components
ability to initialize new input/output field devices such as program and calibrate
ability to verify operation of installed input/output field devices

Troubleshoots input/output field devices.

knowledge of types and sizes of components and capabilities
knowledge of diagnostic equipment such as loop calibrators or multi-meters
knowledge of typical faults
knowledge of diagnostic procedures and techniques
ability to conduct diagnostic tests
ability to interpret data
ability to operate diagnostic equipment
ability to isolate faults

Repairs input/output devices.

knowledge of types, ratings and sizes of field input/output devices
knowledge of replacement, adjustment, calibration and alignment procedures and techniques
knowledge of operation field input/output devices
ability to replace components
ability to adjust components
ability to align components such as photo eyes, photo cells, limit switches and proximities
ability to fabricate components such as mounting brackets and bases
ability to calibrate components such as transmitters, transducers and proportional valves
ability to verify operation of replaced, aligned, adjusted and calibrated components

Services input/output field devices.

knowledge of field input/output device components and parts
knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing input/output field devices
knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures and schedules
ability to perform preventative maintenance procedures
ability to calibrate components such as transmitters, transducers and meters
ability to clean components
ability to align components such as photo eyes and photo cells
ability to verify operation of serviced components

Maintains programmable logic controllers (PLC).

Inspects programmable logic controllers.

knowledge of programmable logic controller system components such as CPUs, cabinets and input/output racks
knowledge of inspection procedures for programmable logic controllers
ability to visually examine components for fault lights, dust and damage
ability to confirm system integrity

Replaces programmable logic controllers.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques
knowledge of types, uses and requirements of components
knowledge of operating system voltages
knowledge of system specifications and future requirements
knowledge of operation and associated software
ability to mount and secure components such as racks and power supplies
ability to connect components such as cards and associated wiring
ability to configure systems such as cards and peripherals
ability to operate systems and associated software

Troubleshoots programmable logic controllers.

knowledge of system components and their capabilities
knowledge of probable cause of faults and corrective methods
knowledge of software programs and their diagnostic abilities
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
knowledge of system configuration procedures
ability to operate diagnostic software
ability to interpret results and recognize faults
ability to isolate fault down to hardware or software

Repairs programmable logic controllers.

knowledge of replacement techniques and procedures such as card replacement and software downloads
knowledge of types, sizes, capabilities and capacities of components
knowledge of software versions
ability to download software
ability to replace components such as cards, power supplies and CPUs
ability to verify operation of replaced components and software

Services programmable logic controllers.

knowledge of service and test procedures and techniques of programmable logic controllers
knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures and schedule
knowledge of PLC system components and parts such as hardware, software and backup procedures
ability to perform preventative maintenance procedures
ability to verify operation of system
ability to back up software

Configures programmable logic controllers.

knowledge of operating system requirements such as on or off-line programming
knowledge of PLC software/programming language
knowledge of software capabilities
knowledge of configuration procedures and techniques
ability to operate systems
ability to program and/or modify programming logic
ability to verify configuration results
ability to upload/download programs

Optimizes programmable logic controllers

knowledge of performance parameters of systems
knowledge of capabilities and limitations of systems and components
knowledge of modification procedures and techniques of software and hardware
ability to modify system parameters
ability to modify hardware capabilities
ability to change programming logic

Maintains distributed control and SCADA systems.

Inspects distributed control and SCADA systems.

knowledge of DCS/SCADA system components such as CPUs, cabinet layouts, input/output racks, networks, V-Sat, fibre optics and associated equipment and Cat-5
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques
ability to visually examine components for fault lights, dust, damage and foreign objects
ability to confirm system integrity

Replaces distributed control and SCADA systems.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques for DCS/SCADA
knowledge of components uses, types and requirements
knowledge of operating system voltages, grounding and isolation methods
knowledge of system specifications and future requirements
knowledge of operation and associated software
knowledge of system configuration
ability to mount and secure components such as displays, racks and power supplies
ability to connect isolation equipment, cards and associated wiring, V-Sat, fibre optics and associated equipment and Cat-5
ability to configure system and associated software such as cards and peripherals
ability to operate systems

Troubleshoots distributed control and SCADA systems.

knowledge of DCS/SCADA system network components and capabilities
knowledge of probable causes of faults
knowledge of system configuration procedures
knowledge of software and program and diagnostic capabilities
knowledge of diagnostic procedures
ability to operate diagnostic software and/or equipment
ability to interpret diagnostic results and recognize faults
ability to isolate fault down to hardware and software networks

Repairs distributed control and SCADA systems.

knowledge of replacement techniques and procedures such as card replacement and software downloads
knowledge of types, sizes, capabilities and capacities of components
knowledge of software versions
knowledge of network component characteristics such as baud rate and fibre optic/co-ax configuration
ability to download software
ability to replace components such as cards, power supplies and CPUs
ability to verify operation of replaced components or software

Services distributed control and SCADA systems.

knowledge of service and test procedures and techniques for DCS/SCADA systems
knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures and schedule
knowledge of system components and parts such as hardware and software
knowledge of backup procedures
ability to perform preventative maintenance procedures such as cleaning and voltage testing
ability to verify operation of system
ability to backup software

Maintains electrical components of heating systems.

Inspects electrical components of heating systems.

knowledge of types and components of heating systems
knowledge of operation of heating systems components
knowledge of inspection techniques and procedures
ability to recognize damaged, worn, defective or hazardous components such as actuators, contactors and sensors
ability to recognize abnormal heat, sounds and odours
ability to functionally test control elements such as thermostats, relays and actuators

Replaces electrical components of heating systems.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques of heating systems
knowledge of types, sizes, and ratings of parts/components of heating systems
ability to mount and secure electrical components of heating systems
ability to connect electrical equipment of heating system to power supply
ability to verify operation of installed electrical equipment of heating systems

Troubleshoots electrical components of heating systems.

knowledge of heating system control concepts
knowledge of types and ratings of electrical components of heating systems such as sensors, relays and controllers
knowledge of faults in heating systems such as failed components
knowledge of diagnostic procedures and techniques
ability to employ diagnostic equipment such as multi-meters and calibrators
ability to recognize faults
ability to isolate system faults to parts/components

Repairs electrical components of heating systems.

knowledge of repair, replacement and adjustment procedures and techniques
knowledge of types and ratings and operation of electrical components of heating systems
knowledge of heating system control concepts
ability to replace components/parts of electrical heating systems such as sensors, relays and controllers
ability to adjust sensors and controls
ability to verify operation of repaired, replaced and adjusted components/parts

Services electrical components of heating systems.

knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing electrical components of heating systems
knowledge of types, ratings and operation of electrical components of heating systems
knowledge of calibration procedures and techniques
knowledge of calibration devices such as manometers, pressure simulators and multi meters
ability to employ calibration equipment
ability to functionally test heating systems

Maintains electrical components of cooling systems.

Inspects electrical components of cooling systems.

knowledge of components of cooling systems
knowledge of operation of cooling system components
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques of cooling system
ability to recognize damaged, worn, defective or hazardous components such as actuators and sensors
ability to recognize abnormal heat and sounds
ability to functionally test control elements such as thermostats, relays and actuators

Troubleshoots electrical components of cooling systems.

knowledge of cooling system control concepts
knowledge of types and ratings of electrical components of cooling systems such as sensors, relays and controllers
knowledge of faults in cooling systems such as failed components
knowledge of diagnostic equipment
knowledge of diagnostic procedures and techniques
ability to employ diagnostic equipment such as multi-meters and calibrators
ability to recognize faults in cooling systems
ability to isolate system faults down to components/parts

Repairs electrical components of cooling systems.

knowledge of repair, replacement and adjustment procedures and techniques
knowledge of types, ratings and operation of electrical components of cooling systems
knowledge of cooling system control concepts
ability to replace component parts of electrical cooling systems such as sensors, relays and controllers
ability to adjust sensors and controllers
ability to verify operation of repaired, replaced and adjusted components/parts

Services electrical components of cooling systems.

knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing electrical components of cooling systems
knowledge of types, ratings and operation of electrical components of cooling systems
knowledge of calibration procedures and techniques of electrical components of cooling systems
knowledge of calibration devices such as manometers, pressure simulators and multi meters
ability to employ calibration equipment
ability to functionally test cooling systems

Maintains building automation systems.

Inspects building automation systems.

knowledge of components of building automation systems
knowledge of operation of components of building automation systems
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques
knowledge of building automation systems software
ability to recognize defective components of building automation systems such as temperature out-of-control and system not responding
ability to functionally test control elements such as actuators, sensors and solenoids
ability to interpret building automation systems software information

Replaces building automation systems.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques
knowledge of types, sizes and ratings of building automation system components
knowledge of HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) procedures and techniques
knowledge of building automation system programming techniques
ability to mount and secure building automation systems
ability to connect to field devices and power source
ability to verify operation of installed building automation systems
ability to program building automation system software

Troubleshoots building automation systems.

knowledge of building automation systems and software
knowledge of types and ratings of connected components/parts such as temperature sensors and actuators
knowledge of faults such as temperature
ability to employ diagnostic devices such as portable computers, multi-meters and thermometers
ability to recognize faults in building automation systems
ability to isolate system faults to components/parts

Repairs building automation systems.

knowledge of repair, replacement, reprogramming and adjustment procedures and techniques
knowledge of types, ratings and operation of components/parts
ability to replace components such as actuators, sensors and valves
ability to adjust components such as actuators
ability to modify building automation system software
ability to backup building automation system software
ability to verify operation of repaired, replaced, reprogrammed and adjusted components/parts

Services building automation systems.

knowledge of procedures and techniques for servicing building automation systems
knowledge of types and ratings of components/parts for building automation systems
knowledge of calibration procedures and techniques
knowledge of calibration devices such as air supply and current source potentiometers
ability to backup software
ability to employ calibration devices

Maintains environmental regulating systems.

Inspects environmental regulating systems.

knowledge of systems such as waste management, water treatment, flow regulation and stack emissions
knowledge of components of the particulate systems
knowledge of characteristics, parameters and specifications such as sizes, types and ratings
knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques
knowledge of environment related regulations
ability to visually and physically examine components of the system
ability to recognize damaged, defective, worn and hazardous components

Replaces environmental regulating systems.

knowledge of installation procedures and techniques for environmental regulating system related components
knowledge of characteristics, parameters and specifications of components
knowledge of regulations relating to environmental systems
ability to mount and secure components
ability to fabricate components such as mounting brackets
ability to connect components
ability to select components to be used
ability to verify operation of installed components

Troubleshoots environmental regulating systems.

knowledge of system and components, capabilities, limitations and interchangeabilities
knowledge of probable causes of faults in environmental regulating systems
knowledge of diagnostic requirements, procedures and techniques
knowledge of diagnostic equipment such as dam leak detection, meters and stack monitors
knowledge of environmental regulations
knowledge of repair priorities
ability to operate diagnostic equipment
ability to conduct tests
ability to analyze test data
ability to isolate defective components

Repairs environmental regulating systems.

knowledge of system components, characteristics, parameters and specifications
knowledge of replacement, adjustment, calibration and test procedures and techniques
knowledge of test equipment and procedures
ability to replace components
ability to adjust components such as level switches, actuators, transformers, regulators and transducers
ability to calibrate components such as pressure switches, regulators and transducers
ability to verify operation of replaced, adjusted and calibrated components

Services environmental regulating systems.

knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures, schedules and techniques for environmental regulating systems
knowledge of components and parts for environmental regulating systems
knowledge of calibration procedures for environmental regulating systems
ability to perform preventative maintenance procedures
ability to calibrate components such as pressure switches, regulators and transducers
ability to verify operation of serviced components

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