Industrial electricians work in specialized environments and, over time,
either by training or through experience on the job, have specific, deep
knowledge of particular electrical installations and types of equipment. Some
examples would be robotics and other highly specialized electrical equipment
that might be used in the mining or manufacturing industry.
What are the responsibilities and abilities of an Industrial Electrician?
An industrial Electrician has the ability to read and interpret drawings,
blueprints, schematics and electrical code specifications to determine layout
of industrial electrical equipment installations. With this, he is able to
Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch
boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting
fixtures and other electrical components; test electrical and electronic
equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance. Make
sure that your industrial electrician is able to monitor functions for the long
run. He should maintain, repair, test and install electrical motors,
generators, alternators, industrial storage batteries and hydraulic and
pneumatic electrical control systems and then troubleshoot, maintain and repair
industrial, electrical and electronic control systems and other related
devices.
Must they have insurances?
Even though certified industrial electricians have been professionally
trained to work with electrical systems, these systems are still dangerous. It
is important for them to have compensations and other insurances related to
their job. It is because when something or someone meets an accident while the
industrial electrician is carrying out work, repair costs will be covered. If
anyone sustains an injury during the course of the job, you won’t be left
holding a bill for their medical costs. Again, don’t be tempted to hire industrial
electricians that skimp on insurance just because they will do the cheap work.
Does the length of time that they have been in the business matter?
Industrial electricians and their companies are considered established if
they have been operating in the area for a good number of years. This is a good
indication that they possess the required skills and expertise to be able to
carry out the work that you require. You can also specifically ask to know an industrial
electrician’s qualifications and certifications, inquiring about what work they
have done in the past, especially if you have a very technical project to do.
If you have a very specific job that needs to be done, you want to know your industrial
electrician is very knowledgeable and experienced, so ask specific questions
and deem whether or not he or she answers them to your satisfaction.
Remember, when thousands of dollars are at stake, it becomes more important
than ever to ensure all paperwork is “watertight” and that there are no
surprises once the work has been completed. Industrial electricians should not
be allowed to start work until they have provided you with a written estimate
and you have agreed.
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333 N Falkenburg Rd. Suite B-226 Tampa, FL 33619
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