An Electrician is a trade worker that is tasked with the care, placement, and fix of electrical structures in residential accommodations, business structures, and ventures. Electricians are essential in safety and electrical functions where they are involved with wiring, power breakers, light systems and power distribution networks.
The career field is more than enough in other fields like construction, manufacturing, and maintenance of facilities, in Sri Lanka, and in other countries.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, alter and repair wires and electric appliances and controls.
- Interpret and read diagrams and blueprints.
- Carry out a regular check-up of electrical devices to detect any dangers or malfunctions.
- Make the local electrical codes and safety met.
- Keep the maintenance and repair records.
- Diagnose and offer rectifications to electrical faults.
- Cooperate with other workers in the construction or technicians on the ground.
Qualifications & Skills Required
Educational Qualifications:
- Level 3 or higher in Electrical Technology or above in National Vocational Qualification (NVQ).
- The achievement of a training at a technical college or a qualification as an apprentice.
Experience:
- Entry-level roles available for freshers; higher positions require 2+ years of experience.
Technical Skills:
- Electric, wiring, installation, etc.
- Capability of blueprint and wiring diagram reading
- Knowledge of equipment such as multimeters, circuit testers, conduit benders
Soft Skills:
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Good physical stamina and hand-eye coordination
- Teamwork and communication
Sample Curriculum Vitae (CV)
You can use sample CV that we given below.
Here is your downloadable sample CV for an Electrician, with all customizable fields (like name, address, institute, and company names) highlighted in yellow:
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Salary Range
In Sri Lanka:
LKR 40,000 – 90,000 per month (based on experience and sector)
Overseas Opportunities (e.g., Middle East, Europe):
- UAE/Qatar: AED 1,200 – 2,000/month
- UK: £12 – £18/hour
- Australia: AUD 30 – 45/hour
Career Path or Opportunities
With further study, electricians may advance to senior technicians, electrical supervisors or become electrical engineers. Expert electricians can also establish their electrical service companies or travel to different countries to get better jobs. Acquisition of specialization in fields such as solar installations or automation of the industry can enhance career advancement.
How to Apply / Recruiters
In Sri Lanka:
- You can find electrician job vacancies through our website, or by applying directly via company websites.
- Government and construction companies place adverts on vacancies regularly.
For Overseas Jobs:
- Free registration with SLBFE approved recruitment agencies.
- Use international employment websites such as Indeed, Gulf Talent or Work Abroad.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How can one become an electrician in Sri Lanka?
An established vocational qualification, such as NVQ Level 3, or diploma, technical college.
Q2: Do I have the ability to become an electrician working overseas in Sri Lanka?
Indeed, most of the Sri Lankan electricians work in some countries like the Middle East, Europe, and Australia under recognized recruitment agencies.
Q3: Do you need experience?
Senior roles and overseas employment typically involve at least 2 years of experience; it is not so with entry level ones.
Q4: Which are the tools which an electrician ought to know about?
Multimeters, conduit benders, wire strippers, voltage testers and power drills.
Q5. Do electricians work on their own?
Of course, the licensed electricians are allowed to direct their business or become freelance.