Apprentice Auto Electrician

Job Description: Vehicle storage equipment company located in Blacktown is seeking an Apprentice Automotive Electrician for their business.
This apprenticeship is a skills shortage trade & attracts the Tools for your Trade incentives worth $3800 over the duration of the apprenticeship (subject to eligibility).
Apply online or send applications to:
Ai GTS, PO Box 289, North Sydney 2059 or
Fax: 02 9466 5432 or
Email: nswjobs@aigroup.asn.au

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Automotive Electrical Technology

What does an Automotive Electrical Technology apprentice do?
Repairs Automotive Electrical components, repairs lighting and wiring and diagnoses faults in engine management and other electrical/electronic control systems.

How long does an Automotive Electrical Technology apprenticeship last?
The nominal term is for four (4) years.

What would I need?

 ·  good vision, hearing and sense of smell to diagnose problems

 ·  strength and stamina to work with heavy equipment, often in cramped awkward positions

 ·  ability to think logically and keep up with changes in technology

 ·  mechanical ability and good eye-hand co-ordination

 ·  ability to work independently, with little supervision or, in a team

 ·  good hearing and eyesight

 ·  desire to keep up-to-date with changing technology

 ·  ability to follow routine procedures for scheduled maintenance

 ·  strength and stamina to work with heavy tools, machine parts and materials

 ·  keenness to use tools and equipment to perform tasks requiring precision

 ·  ability to analyse and diagnose malfunctions

 How do I get a Trade Certificate?
A trade certificate can be obtained by successfully completing on-the-job training at the employer’s work place and off-the-job training with an accredited training provider.  For details of units of competency/modules that need to be completed during the apprenticeship to obtain a trade certificate, contact a training provider.

Posted: 2010-07-27