Electrotechnology and Telecommunications Trades Workers
Sub-Major Group
ANZSCO CODE - 34

Most occupations in this sub-major group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• examining blueprints, wiring diagrams, and specifications to determine location and connections for installations
• testing for, locating and repairing electrical malfunctions
• cutting and connecting wiring and cables
• assembling, fabricating and installing electrical and electronic systems, networks, components and appliances
• installing, testing and adjusting electrical and mechanical parts of lifts
• installing and maintaining refrigeration and airconditioning equipment, and connecting electrical systems and appliances to power supplies
• installing, maintaining and repairing telecommunications and data transmission equipment
• transmitting and receiving radio messages