Lighting and Power Electrician
でんきしょうめいどうりょくこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical job involving operation, monitoring, and maintenance of electrical equipment (lighting and power) in facilities and buildings.
Description
Lighting and power electricians handle the operation, monitoring, maintenance inspections, troubleshooting, adjustments, and energy management of distribution boards and control panels related to lighting equipment and power equipment (motors, compressors, etc.) in buildings, factories, and commercial facilities. Main duties include safety checks of high-voltage receiving equipment, operation of breakers and transformers, regular insulation resistance measurements, preventive maintenance, and emergency responses during failures, with compliance to laws and safety standards required.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to aging infrastructure and energy conservation needs. Advanced technical skills are required with IoT and smart grid advancements.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Calm and Composed / High Safety Awareness / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Night Duty / On-Site Presence / Regular Inspection Rounds / Shift Work
Career Path
Operator → Senior Operator → Supervisor/Team Leader → Equipment Management Technician → Electrical Chief Engineer
Required Skills
Compliance with Safe Work Procedures / Electrical Circuit Basics / Inspection of High- and Low-Voltage Equipment / Operation of Distribution and Control Panels
Recommended Skills
CAD Drawing Reading / PLC Control / Reading English Technical Documents / SCADA Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because missing detailed inspections or signs of abnormalities can lead to accidents. |
| Problem Solving | Because quick identification of causes and countermeasures are needed during equipment issues. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to high pressure from sudden failure responses. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, so little originality is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Second-Class Electrical Chief Engineer
- Second-Class Electrician
- Third-Class Electrical Chief Engineer
Aliases
- Lighting Power Worker
- Power Equipment Operator
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