Electrical Motor Winding Tradesperson
Electrical motor winding tradespersons apply electrical knowledge to make, fit or repair electrical machines or appliances.
Electrical motor winding tradespersons may perform the following tasks:
- install, maintain and repair electrical machines
- disassemble, rewind and reconnect coils within a variety of electrical machines including electrical motors, generators and transformers
- operate, maintain, modify and repair associated control equipment and tools such as coil winders, hoists, lathes, drilling machines and welding and heating equipment
- replace electrical motor bearings and undertake other associated mechanical activities.
Specialisations:
Electrical motor winding tradespersons may specialise as armature winders who wind or rewind coils on electrical motors and generators.
Coil winder
A coil winder disassembles or rewinds coils, selects wire for coils, and makes, alters and assembles metal parts.
Electrical motor winding tradespersons must be aware of safety regulations and often wear and use supplied protective equipment. They work in winding workshops, in transformer and coil manufacturers' factories, or on industrial, commercial and energy supply sites. They may have a lot of contact with the public. They may work in confined spaces or at heights, and have to stand for long periods.
Personal Requirements:
- enjoy mathematical and technical activities
- practical and good with hands
- good eyesight and normal colour vision
- diagnostic ability
- an aptitude for mechanics
- able to do precise and detailed work
- able to work as part of a team
- physically fit
- good communication skills.
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