Electrical Distribution Trades Workers
Snapshot
Electrical Distribution Trades Workers prepare, install, repair, maintain and patrol electric power distribution networks.
| Job stats | |
|---|---|
| How many are employed in this occupation? | 8100 |
| What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)? | $1200 |
| How does unemployment compare with other occupations? | below average |
| What is the vacancy level for this occupation? | low |
| What are the job prospects for this occupation? | good |
Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- installing conductors and aerial equipment, and underground cables and equipment
- installing and maintaining equipment associated with electrical supply such as transformers
- attending to electrical breakdown and emergencies
- maintaining poles and associated hardware, and continuity of electrical supply and street lighting
- conducting routine maintenance on the aerial and underground electricity supply network
- conducting low-voltage switching operations
- fitting pole hardware and crossarms
- preparing lowand high-voltage cable joints and cable terminations while connecting and installing electrical equipment and overhead lines
- using heavy plant equipment such as elevated work platforms and portable equipment such as hydraulic drills
- may undertake substation installation and maintenance, and specialised testing and revenue meter installation
Job Titles
- Electrical Linesworker
- Technical Cable Jointer