342314 ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENT TRADES WORKER (GENERAL)
Alternative Title: Instrument and Control Service Person
Installs, modifies, maintains and repairs electronic instruments and control systems. Registration or licensing may be required.
Skill Level: 3
Specialisations:
Communication Electronic Technician (Air Force)
Electronic Technician (Navy)
Indicative Skill Level:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
In New Zealand: NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
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Examining and testing machines, equipment, instruments and control systems to diagnose faults
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Adjusting, repairing, and replacing worn and defective parts and wiring, and maintaining machines, equipment and instruments
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Reassembling, test operating and adjusting equipment
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Advising users of correct operating procedures to prevent malfunctions
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Receiving messages by interpreting code and converting to plain language, and writing and typing messages for transmission
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Monitoring radio traffic, and transmitting and receiving voice messages
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Installing electronic instruments and control systems
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Applying knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic principles in commissioning and maintaining control systems