Technical knowledge and skills in electrical engineering
Electrical Appliances Mechanics use various tools and measuring instruments to install or repair equipment.
Electrical Appliances Mechanics
Descriptions & Duties
- Electrical Appliances Mechanics fit and assemble, test and install, maintain, service and repair all commonly used commercial and domestic electrical appliances excluding office, refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Trade Specific Competencies
Analysis knowledge and skills
Electrical Appliances Mechanics often face problems with no standard solution. They have to evaluate different possible solutions.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- Completion of relevant training courses or apprenticeship program in the trade of Electrical Appliances Service Mechanic, or equivalent
Experience
- 1 to 2 years of relevant work experiences
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $12,000-$35,000
Monthly Salary $12,000-$45,000
Government Sector
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 5-8
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 8-10
*For more details on Civil Service Pay Scales, please visit website of the Civil Service Bureau.
http://www.csb.gov.hk/english/admin/pay/952.html
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Electrical Appliances Mechanics normally work in customers' flats or company workshops. They are required to follow precautions and in case of necessary, wear protective equipment.
Tools
- Clip-on meters
- Electric Drills
- Multi-meters
- Pliers
- Screwdrivers
