electrical wire accessories
Electrical wire and cable products and accessories, such as electrical connectors, splices, and wire insulation.
Wire harness assemblers bind wires or cables to form wire harnesses used in electronic and electrical systems and equipment. They read electrical wiring plans and tie the wire together according to specifications, using cable ties, cable lacing, electrical conduit, and sleeves.
Competences and skills
50 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesmanufacture of electrical wire products
The assembly processes and manufacturing steps taken to fabricate insulated electrical wire and cable, made from steel, copper, or aluminium.
Cross-sector
4 competenceselectrical discharge
The qualities and applications of electrical discharge, including voltage and electrodes.
electricity
The principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
quality standards
The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.
wire harnesses
Assemblies of wires or cables that are bound together by cable ties, tape, or lacing, and are able to transfer signals or electricity. Through binding the wires together, the wires are better protected against damage, are more compact, and require less time to install.
Essential skills and competences 22 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceassemble wire harnesses
Build wire harness assemblies using wire harness boards.
Sector-specific
3 competencesapply coating to electrical equipment
Prepare and apply coating, such as conformal coating, to electrical equipment and its components to protect the equipment against moisture, high temperature, and dust.
connect armature windings
Connect the coils of wire on the armature to the commutator segments.
measure parts of manufactured products
Operate measurement instruments to measure parts of manufactured objects. Take into consideration specifications of manufacturers to perform the measuring.
Cross-sector
18 competencesalign components
Align and lay out components in order to put them together correctly according to blueprints and technical plans.
apply soldering techniques
Apply and work with a variety of techniques in the process of soldering, such as soft soldering, silver soldering, induction soldering, resistance soldering, pipe soldering, mechanical and aluminium soldering.
bind wire
Bind cables or wire together using cable ties, conduit, cable lacing, sleeves, spot ties, cable clamps, or straps.
crimp wire
Attach the electrical connector to the wire using crimping tools. Here the connector and the wire are joined together by deforming one or both so they fit into each other. The electrical connector may connect the wire to an electrical terminal or may join two lengths of wire together.
cut wires
Operate machinery or use hand tools to cut wire.
ensure conformity to specifications
Ensure that the assembled products are conform to the specifications given.
fasten components
Fasten components together according to blueprints and technical plans in order to create subassemblies or finished products.
interpret electrical diagrams
Read and comprehend blueprints and electrical diagrams; understand technical instructions and engineering manuals for assembling electrical equipment; understand electricity theory and electronic components.
meet deadlines
Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.
operate soldering equipment
Use soldering equipment to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel, such as a soldering gun, soldering torch, gas-powered iron, and others.
organise wires
Apply wire markers and cable labels to identify and organise the wire. Use tie-wrap or cable lace to keep the wires together.
read assembly drawings
Read and interpret drawings listing all the parts and subassemblies of a certain product. The drawing identifies the different components and materials and provides instructions on how to assemble a product.
remove defective products
Remove defective materials from the production line.
report defective manufacturing materials
Maintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
seal wires
Fasten and insulate electric or communications wires or cables.
strip wire
Strip the wire ends using wire strippers to ensure proper connections.
troubleshoot
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.
use electrical wire tools
Use tools to manipulate wire which will be used for electrical purposes, such as wire strippers, crimpers, soldering irons, torque wrenches, and heat guns.
Optional knowledge 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesswitching devices
Devices that are able to open and close electrical circuits, such as disconnecting switches, interrupter switches, and circuit breakers.
waste removal regulations
The regulations and legal provisions governing waste removal activities.
Cross-sector
3 competenceselectrical engineering
The field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.
electrical equipment regulations
The national and international regulations with regards to the use and manufacture of electrical equipment on the workfloor. These regulations provide rules and guidelines on topics such as general risk management, electrical equipment manufacture, electrical equipment testing, electrical equipment installation, warning labels, and certificates.
electromechanics
The engineering processes that combine electrical and mechanical engineering in the application of electromechanics in devices that need electricity to create mechanical movement or devices that create electricity by mechanical movement.
Optional skills and competences 17 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesprovide power connection from bus bars
Provide power connection from copper or metal busbars.
use wire processing machinery
Be able to use wire processing machines, such as wire cutting machines, wire crimping machines, and wire stripping machines.
Cross-sector
15 competencesadjust manufacturing equipment
Regulate and monitor the manufacturing equipment settings and process parameters, such as its temperature and power level. Review the manufacturing process and equipment and suggest improvements.
apply technical communication skills
Explain technical details to non-technical customers, stakeholders, or any other interested parties in a clear and concise manner.
check for solder defects
Check the printed circuit board for solder defects and make adjustments as required.
clean components during assembly
Clean components before fixing them to other compounds or units of components during the assembly process.
dispose of hazardous waste
Dispose of dangerous materials such as chemical or radioactive substances according to environmental and to health and safety regulations.
green
inspect quality of products
Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.
keep records of work progress
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
maintain electrical equipment
Test electrical equipment for malfunctions. Take safety measures, company guidelines, and legislation concerning electrical equipment into account. Clean, repair and replace parts and connections as required.
oversee logistics of finished products
Ensure that the processes of packing, storage and shipment of finished products meet the requirements.
repair wiring
Find faults in wires or cables by using specialised equipment and repair these faults depending on type of wiring.
replace defect components
Remove defective parts and replace them with functioning components.
green
resolve equipment malfunctions
Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions. Communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.
use specialised tools in electric repairs
Use of a variety of specialised tools, instruments and machines, such as presses, drills and grinders. Employ them to carry out repairs in a safety manner.
use wire hand tools
Be able to use wire hand tools, such as crimp tools, cable strippers, and cable cutters.
wear appropriate protective gear
Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.