ELEC-TECH

Electrician and Electrical Technician

Installs, tests, maintains and repairs electrical wiring, equipment and controls using approved safety practices.

Career overview

Installs, tests, maintains and repairs electrical wiring, equipment and controls using approved safety practices.

A recognised ITI trade, apprenticeship, vocational qualification or relevant diploma is common. Licensing and competency requirements vary by work type and state.

Education and career roadmap

1. Understand the real workBefore choosing a course

Compare the responsibilities, environment and progression of Electrician and Electrical Technician with your interests and abilities.

2. Complete a recognised pathwayVaries by pathway

A recognised ITI trade, apprenticeship, vocational qualification or relevant diploma is common. Licensing and competency requirements vary by work type and state.

3. Build supervised practical evidenceDuring education

Use appropriate internships, clinical training, fieldwork, apprenticeships, studio work, laboratories or projects.

4. Complete required selection or registrationAfter eligibility

Follow the current official licensing, registration, recruitment, portfolio or examination process for the exact role.

Education eligibility

Class 10 %

A recognised ITI trade, apprenticeship, vocational qualification or relevant diploma is common. Licensing and competency requirements vary by work type and state.

Overview

Electrician and Electrical Technician overview

Installs, tests, maintains and repairs electrical wiring, equipment and controls using approved safety practices.
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Eligibility and preparation

A recognised ITI trade, apprenticeship, vocational qualification or relevant diploma is common. Licensing and competency requirements vary by work type and state.
Skills

Work environment

Construction, manufacturing, facilities, utilities, maintenance and renewable energy. Shifts and emergency callouts may apply.
Challenges

Reality check

Travel: Moderate to high across sites. Requirements change and salary is not guaranteed.

Job roles

Electrician and Maintenance TechnicianGovernment

Indicative salary ranges

Electrician and Maintenance TechnicianINR 220,000โ€“900,000 / Annual

0-10 years ยท Broad indicative annual range only. Actual pay varies by qualification, experience, location, employer, employment type and role scope.

Important: Salaries vary by location, employer, skills, qualification and market conditions. These are guidance ranges, not guarantees.