Power System Electricians
(NOC 7243)
in All Trades and TransportationPower system electricians install, maintain, test and repair electrical power generation, transmission and distribution system equipment and apparatus. They work for electric power generation, transmission, and distribution companies.
Job Outlook
Undetermined
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Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
Hourly Pay
$22.00
Minimum$40.87
Median$56.00
MaximumAnnual Pay
N/A
Minimum$91,662
MedianN/A
MaximumCompared to: All Trades and Transportation
Hourly Pay
$15.00
Minimum$24.00
Median$37.00
MaximumAnnual Pay
$7,580
Minimum$37,269
Median$79,787
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Power system electricians install, maintain, test and repair electrical power generation, transmission and distribution system equipment and apparatus. They work for electric power generation, transmission, and distribution companies.
Job duties
Power system electricians:
- Install and maintain electrical power distribution equipment like transformers, generators, voltage regulators, switches, circuit breakers, capacitors, inductors, and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems.
- Install and maintain electrical equipment and apparatus in generating stations or powerhouses.
- Inspect and test installed electrical equipment and apparatus to locate electrical faults and check their operation, using volt meters, ammeters and other electrical test instruments and equipment.
- Repair or replace faulty electrical equipment and apparatus.
- Complete test and maintenance reports.
Sample job titles
- apprentice power system electrician
- electrical powerhouse electrician
- electrician - electricity production
- power electrician
- power station electrician
- power system electrician
Skills
- This work requires good mechanical and electrical skills. You should have a strong background in mathematics and the sciences. Basic calculation and blueprint-reading skills are needed. You must also be able to follow instructions and be comfortable working with tools. Good eyesight, colour vision, and hand-eye coordination are necessary.
Job requirements
- High school is usually required.
- A four-year apprenticeship program for power system electricians or a combination of over four years of work experience in the trade and some college or industry courses in electrical technology is usually required.
Other considerations
- Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
North Shore
N/ACape Breton
N/AHalifax
N/ACompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Construction
Utilities
What is the age of Employment?
25-34
55-64
35-44
65+
Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
College Diploma
$91,751 median annual incomeTrade Certification
N/ACompared to: All Trades and Transportation
Trade Certification
$46,494 median annual incomeHigh school
$31,260 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$42,050 median annual incomeLess than high school
$28,319 median annual incomeBachelor
$30,527 median annual incomeEducation & training
Computer Engineering - General
University ProgramThese programs prepare students to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of computer hardware and software systems and related equipment and facilities; and the analysis of specific problems of computer applications to various tasks.
Institutions providing this program
High School Diploma or Equivalent
High School ProgramAdults without a high school diploma can contact the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) for tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL oversees adult education programs in Nova Scotia. NSSAL partners with the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations to deliver programs. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
Various, NS
Various, NS
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