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Training & Education
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Electrical Apprentice
 

 
 
 
 
 
  Hello, my name is Paul and I thank you for your interest. I have been working as an Electrical Contractor for about 20 years, and I am seeking an apprentice to assist me and to be trained to become a fully qualified electrician. 
I'm basically easy going, but, I have a good respect for the customer (the one that pays the bill) and I insist on carrying out only good quality work and being as "user friendly" as possible. 
By doing this, I get most (99%) of my work by repeat customers or by "word of mouth".

The majority of my work is located in the Eastern Suburbs in the Potts Point to Vaucluse belt and is roughly divided 50/50 between commercial and domestic premises. The work ranges from fault finding and maintenance repairs through to additions and rewiring to working on construction sites. 

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Requirements
In an ideal world the successful applicant would be well presented, have good communication skills and be able to demonstrate a keen interest in becoming an electrician. You will also need to be trustworthy, friendly, polite, punctual and helpful. 

Possession of a drivers licence would be an advantage.

School results will need to be provided to assist in your assessment.

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Duties and Work 
The following will give you an idea of the type of work that is required to be performed by an apprentice. 

Carry equipment and ladders to the job site from the van.
Assist me or any other tradesman to carry out the work.
Maintain the work area as a safe working environment.
Keep power leads, materials and equipment safely out of the way of the public.
Take care of the customers walls, floors, furniture and belongings to prevent any damage or dust intrusion.
Fetch materials and equipment as required from the van.
Restore the work area to the same condition as upon arrival.
Chase walls. (cutting a groove for concealing cables and conduits)
Removing and disposing of all work related rubbish and debris.
Pick up all tools, materials and equipment and pack back in van.
Maintain the stock levels in the van and keep it clean and tidy.
Do additional learning in your own time when requested to further your training.
Within a couple of months you will begin to carry out installation work - running cables, conduit work, connecting power points, light fittings, light switches, dimmer switches etc.

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  Training & Education 
The apprenticeship period is for 4 years, commencing January 2000, with a 3 month trial.  If you have already been working as an electrical apprentice, time can be deducted. During the apprenticeship period you will be expected to complete the appropriate 3 year trade course by attending TAFE 1 day a week. Persons who have already completed the pre-apprenticeship course would have a definite advantage in their application.
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Working Hours
The industry operates on a 38 hour week from Monday to Friday. Work will most likely start at 7.30am. There is one rostered day off every 4 weeks. Lunch time is 30 minutes and finishing time would be 4.00pm. Quite often the days work may not be completed by normal finishing time and you would be expected to work overtime. In any case it would be very unlikely to go past 6.00pm. 

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