Mechanic (Electrical Electronics Instrumentation)

Aliases: Equipment Mechanic

Industry/Sector(s): Infrastructure Equipment

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Mechanic (Electrical, Electronics/Instrumentation) is expected to perform include:

Supporting equipment operation
Conducting inspections and preventive maintenance
Installing, maintaining and repairing electrical and related equipment, etc.
Providing guidance and on-the-job training to juniors

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It requires physical activity
Need to handle a team of helpers
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ¹

Preferably, ITI graduate/diploma in electrical/electronic/instrumentation
Certified training for Mechanic (Electrical, Electronic/Instrumentation) (programme aligned to IES/Q1105 job released by Infrastructure Equipment Skill Council)

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Knowledge of techniques to rectify the fault in electrical/electronics/instrumentation of the infrastructure equipment
Knowledge of circuit diagrams
Skilled in using fault diagnostic equipment to investigate the problem
Knowledge of methods to maintain different types of batteries
Knowledge of repair and refitting techniques

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Able to work under pressure
Good communication skills
Problem-solving skills
Training in electrical/electronic/instrumentation

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

ITIs across India
Institutes offering diploma in electrical/electronic/instrumentation across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

https://nsdcindia.org/

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

http://itigurgaon.co.in/electronics-mechanic.html

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ³

Helper → Mechanic (Electrical, Electronics/Instrumentation) → Process Supervisor → Plant Supervisor → Plant Manager

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ⁴

For candidates with experience - Rs 10,000 to Rs 15,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ¹

Generally, 2 years of experience in electrical/electronic/instrumentation maintenance is required

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ⁴

Infrastructure units

KEYWORDS

Mechanic (Electrical/Electronic/Instrumentation)
Equipment Mechanic

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	7233.0706	Mechanic (Electrical, Electronics/Instrumentation)
ISCO 2008	7233	Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
NIC 2008	33125	Repair and maintenance of mining, construction, and oil and gas field machinery; metallurgy machinery
QP Reference	IES/Q1105	Mechanic (Electrical, Electronics/Instrumentation)
NSQF	Level 4	Not available

REFERENCES

1	Qualifications Pack – Mechanic (Electrical, Electronic/Instrumentation)
2	Oral Interview with a Worker of infrastructure manufacturing firm with an experience of 10 years
3	https://socialjustice.gov.in/
4	http://www.advocatekhoj.com/library/bareacts/factories/index.php?Title=Factories%20Act,%201948
5	www.dgt.gov.in
6	www.censusindia.gov.in

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