Location
Ireland - Kerry
Fexco is seeking a dedicated and motivated Electrical Apprentice to join our facilities team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop your skills in the electrical trade through a comprehensive apprenticeship program. On completion of this four-year apprenticeship, you will become a fully qualified electrician, with a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Electrical.
Main Responsibilities:
* Learning and developing new practical craft-related skills, knowledge and competence
* Working with and learning from an experienced Electrician
* Seeing a job through from start to finish
* Comply with Health and Safety requirements
* Understanding and using physics
* Working with electricity or electronics
* Calculating and placing orders for parts and equipment as needed
* Being accurate with numbers in counting, measuring and arithmetic
* Completing detailed tasks that requires accuracy and careful handling
* Working with technical drawings and diagrams
* Working with a variety of specialised hand tools, power tools and equipment
* Being well organised and careful with practical tasks
* Taking responsibility for their own learning, including the allocation of study time
* Passing all your phase exams (theory, practical skills demonstration)
Qualifications/ Experience Required:
* Successful candidates must pass at least five Leaving Certificate subjects, including Mathematics, English and preferably one Technical/Science subject
* Drivers license
* Applicants should have a genuine desire for a career in Engineering and should enjoy working in a team environment
Competencies Required:
* Basic Electrical Knowledge - Understanding of electrical principles, circuits, and safety practices.
* Performing general electrical installations
* Interpreting technical drawings and specifications
* Planning and organising the installation of electrical systems
* Inspecting and testing of electrical systems and fault diagnosis
* Performing routine maintenance and repairs on electrical systems
* Knowledge and application of Health and Safety Procedures
* Ability to use hand and power tools, read blueprints, and follow technical instructions.
* Troubleshooting: Identifying and solving electrical problems efficiently.
* Dependability: Reliability in attendance, punctuality, and completing tasks.
* Eagerness to Learn: Strong desire to gain knowledge and improve skills through training and hands-on experience.
Training:
* On-the-Job Training: Gain hands-on experience by working alongside experienced electricians.
* Classroom Education: Attend classes to learn the theoretical aspects of electrical work, including safety practices and electrical theory.
This role is a great opportunity to develop a solid foundation in the electrical trade, leading to a rewarding career as a qualified electrician.
Fexco is an equal opportunities employer and is proud to foster a work environment where our people are supported and encouraged to be themselves. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and sections of society and each application is given fair consideration.
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