Power System Electricians
Other titles : Apprentice power system electrician;, Electrical powerhouse electrician;, Electrical powerhouse electrician - electrical power system;, Electrical technician (power system) - military
Details
Description :
Power system electricians install, maintain, test and repair electrical power generation, transmission and distribution system equipment and apparatus. They are employed by electric power generation, transmission and distribution companies.
Main duties :
- install and maintain electrical power distribution equipment such as transformers, generators, voltage regulators, switches, circuit breakers, capacitors, inductors, and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems;
- install and maintain electrical equipment and apparatus in generating stations or powerhouses;
- inspect and test installed electrical equipment and apparatus to locate electrical faults and check their operation, using volt meters, ammeters and other electrical test instruments and equipment;
- repair or replace faulty electrical equipment and apparatus;
- complete test and maintenance reports.
Regions where this career
has the best propspects:
- Côte-Nord
- Abitibi-Témiscamingue
- Nord-du-Québec
- Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
Training
Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS)
Programs
- Electricity
- Automated Systems Electromechanics
Electricity
Program length : 2 years
Program Objectives
This program of study aims to train students in installation, repair, modifying and maintaining circuits, electrical and electronic systems, and communication networks on manufacturing, institutional and industrial construction machinery.
Where this program is available
Automated Systems Electromechanics
Program length: 2 years
Program Objectives
Acquire the knowledge, ability and attitude necessary to assure functioning and maintenance of automated production equipment all the while respecting quality and technological changes, troubleshooting, repairing different systems and parts, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and electronic circuits, working in different companies that use automated systems.
Where this program is available
More information
Pour une carrière en or : tes perspectives d'emploi dans l'industrie minière (in french only).