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• 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.
• Direct and train Generator attendants to install, maintain, or
  repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of
  wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and 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.
• 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.
• Place 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 by operating floodlights and
  generators, placing flares, and driving needed vehicles.
• Provide supervisory role to Generator attendants in all project site
  to ensure compliance to quality service provision and.

• The applicant for the World Vision Electrician job placement should
  preferably hold an advanced certificate (craft) in electrical installation
  and repair
• A minimum of two years’ experience in generator management and
  electrical installation with reputable NGO or UN agency.
• Ability to conduct work in a very professional and mature manner.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and to meet deadlines
• Very good general administration, organization and management
  skills.
• Willingness to work within team and respect the rules of collective
  functioning.

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