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Skill Areas

Learn about the most important skills for Helpers--Electricians. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each skill.

Importance*More Info
1.Troubleshooting76
Installation76
Mathematics76
4.Active Listening75
5.Speaking70
6.Reading Comprehension68
7.Time Management67
8.Equipment Selection66
Complex Problem Solving66
Critical Thinking66
* Importance out of 100

Score Key
  Importance for success in this profession
  Level of proficiency needed

Skill Area Scores

Troubleshooting
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
76
66
Identify the source of a leak by looking under a machineIdentify the circuit causing an electrical system to failDirect the debugging of control code for a new operating system
Installation
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
76
70
Install a new air filter in an air conditionerInstall new switches for a telephone exchange"Install a ""one of a kind"" process production molding machine"
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
76
64
Count the amount of change to be given to a customerCalculate the square footage of a new home under constructionDevelop a mathematical model to simulate and resolve an engineering problem
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
75
62
Take a customer's orderAnswer inquiries regarding credit referencesPreside as judge in a complex legal disagreement
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
70
58
Greet tourists and explain tourist attractionsInterview applicants to obtain personal and work historyArgue a legal case before the Supreme Court
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
68
54
Read step-by-step instructions for completing a formRead a memo from management describing new personnel policiesRead a scientific journal article describing surgical procedures
Time Management
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
67
57
Keep a monthly calendar of appointmentsAllocate the time of subordinates to projects for the coming weekAllocate the time of scientists to multiple research projects
Equipment Selection
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
66
61
Select a screwdriver to use in adjusting a vehicle's carburetorChoose a software application to use to complete a work assignmentIdentify the equipment needed to produce a new product line
Complex Problem Solving
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
66
64
Lay out tools to complete a jobRedesign a floor layout to take advantage of new manufacturing techniquesDevelop and implement a plan to provide emergency relief for a major metropolitan area
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
66
64
Determine whether a subordinate has a good excuse for being lateEvaluate customer complaints and determine appropriate responsesWrite legal brief challenging a federal law