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Instrumentation Tradesperson
Electronic Instrument TradespersonElectrotechnology Instrumentation Tradesperson )



Duties and Tasks
Specialisations
Quick Facts
Personal Requirements
Related Industries
Labour Market
Related Jobs
Earnings
Related Courses
Further Information
State Specific Information

Preparing an instrument to be installed in a motor vehicle
Preparing an instrument to be installed in a motor vehicle

Instrumentation tradespersons install, modify, maintain and repair instrumentation used in measurement and control systems. These instruments measure and control temperature, pressure and flow in processes used in industries such as petro-chemical, mining, food and manufacturing. 

Fact Sheet

Duties and Tasks

Instrumentation tradespersons may perform the following tasks:

  • install electronic instruments and control systems
  • examine and test faulty electronic instruments and control systems to identify faults
  • undertake calibration and make sure there is correct operation of instrumentation equipment
  • repair and maintain electronic instruments and control systems.

Specialisations

With experience and sometimes further training, it is possible to become a supervisor or technician. Post-trade training is also available in new electronic technologies and advanced skills.

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Learning Area Mathematics  
Physics  
Work Demand Including full use of hands/fingers  
Including good vision for detail  
Including physical effort  
Including reading or writing  
Work Field Engineering and Technical  
Metal, Electrical and Automotive  
Work Interest Practical or Mechanical  
Skill Level Skilled Trade Jobs  
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Personal Requirements

  • enjoy technical and engineering work
  • able to analyse and solve problems
  • able to perform intricate work
  • an aptitude for mechanics and electronics
  • physically fit
  • good eyesight (may be corrected) and normal colour vision.

Related Industries

Repair and Maintenance
Transport Equipment Manufacturing
Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing

Labour Market

Information

Australian JobOutlook for Electronics Trades Workers

Vacancies

Australian JobSearch for Electronic Instrument Trades (ALL AUSTRALIA)
Work Opportunities websites

Related Jobs

Electronics Engineering Technician
Instrument Fitter
Watch and Clock Maker and Repairer

Earnings

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Related Courses

New South Wales / ACT
Queensland
Tasmania
Victoria
Western Australia

See State Specific Information below for further education and training options.

Further Information

Australian Industry Group
ElectroComms and Energy Utilities Industry Skills Council Ltd

State Specific Information

New South Wales / ACT
Northern Territory
Queensland
South Australia
Tasmania
Victoria
Western Australia

Modifying an instrument to ensure optimum performance
Modifying an instrument to ensure optimum performance