Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class)

342315 · Medium Next-day ready

Description

Installs, modifies, maintains and repairs complex electronic instruments and control systems which involve a combination of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic principles.

Typical work tasks

Examines and tests machines, equipment, instruments and control systems to diagnose faults; adjusts, repairs, replaces worn and defective parts and wiring, and maintains machines, equipment and instruments, advises users of correct operating procedures to prevent malfunction; installs electronic instruments and control systems; applies knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic principles in commissioning and maintaining control systems.

Typical work environment

Works indoors in workshop areas for electronics companies and may undertake repairs at private homes and businesses.
Work areas are likely to be adequately heated and ventilated, though some sites may be dirty and dusty.

Typical physical and mental demands

The physical demand level is medium.
Standing or sitting is frequently required at a workbench.
Walking is occasionally required when gathering equipment or tools.
Stretching up and across may be occasionally required when undertaking repair work.
Squatting, crouching, kneeling or bending is likely to be required when undertaking repairs or when working at benches.
Twisting of the body or neck is unlikely to be a significant element of this job.
Lifting and carrying or moving of tools and part about the workshop or worksite is frequently required.
Repetitive movements are frequently required especially in the use of hands and arms for the operation of a variety of hand tools including screwdrivers and pliers.
Driving may be required for site visits.
Employees regularly use a wide range of hand, power and machine tools including screwdrivers, cable cutters and jointers, electric/hand drills, circuit testing meters and other minor equipment.
Mental skills will include technical and problem-solving skills.

Entry signal Model estimate

Enter via experience or on-the-job training; no mandatory pre-entry qualification. A licence may be required for some roles or employers. Flagged next-day ready.

Entry barrier Experience or on-job training

Licence / registration Licence may be required

ANZSCO skill level 3

Next-day ready Yes

Unverified — this label is model-generated and not yet clinician-reviewed. Confirm against the WTDS before relying on it.

How this was determined (model-generated): 342315 (Special Class): identical to 342314; may_be_required is not a hard legal wall, so next_day_ready=true (proposal had false).

Entry Requirements

A New Zealand Register Level 4 qualification or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3). In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. For entry-level positions on-the-job training may be sufficient.
Registration or licensing may be required.

Further Comments

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement but they are limited.