Professional knowledge and skills in electronics
Electronics Craftsmen need to use a variety of mechanical and diagnostic tools to install or repair equipment.
Electronics Craftsmen
Descriptions & Duties
- Electronics Craftsmen install, inspect, adjust and maintain electronic equipment, telecommunications and surveillance systems, multimedia and entertainment electronic equipment and systems, etc.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically 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:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Trade Specific Competencies
Troubleshooting skill
Electronics equipment and systems often involve intricate parts. Electronics Craftsmen must be able to identify malfunctions and make the necessary repairs.
Customer service skills
Electronics Craftsmen must be able to communicate effectively and provide optimal services to their customers.
Colour vision
Electronics Craftsmen need to identify the colour-coded components that are often used in electronic equipment.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- Secondary school education
Professional qualification
- Completion of training courses related to electronics and telecommunication is preferable
Experience
1-2 years' relevant working experience is preferable
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $10,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $10,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $10,000-$40,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$60,000
Government Sector
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 6-10
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 11-14
*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
Higher Diploma
Diploma
Certificate
Skill Enhancement Courses
Work Environment
- Electronics Craftsmen spend most of their day walking, standing, or kneeling. They work full time and sometimes work overtime or irregular hours. Also, they should follow precautions and wear protective equipment.
Tools
- Adjustable wrenches
- Antistatic wrist straps
- Automatic soldering machine
- Integrated circuit testers
- Multimeters - Signal measuring equipment
- Signal generators - Function generators
- Wire cutters
