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  2. National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee

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    The NJATC developed electrical training curricula for Inside Wireman, Outside Lineman, Voice-Data-Video (VDV), and Residential Wireman programs. Emerging technologies such as photovoltaics (solar power generation), wind power generation and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) are also encompassed in the NJATC curricula, along with codes and ...

  3. Electrician - Wikipedia

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    Wiremen are generally trained in one of five primary specialties: commercial, residential, light industrial, industrial, and low-voltage wiring, more commonly known as Voice-Data-Video, or VDV. Other sub-specialties such as control wiring and fire-alarm may be performed by specialists trained in the devices being installed, or by inside wiremen.

  4. Lineworker - Wikipedia

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    Lineworkers repairing electricity distribution lines that supply power to homes. A lineworker (also called a lineman or powerline worker) constructs and maintains the electric transmission and distribution facilities that deliver electrical energy to industrial, commercial, and residential establishments.

  5. International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers - Wikipedia

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    The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) is a labor union that represents approximately 820,000 workers and retirees [1] in the electrical industry in the United States, Canada, [3] Guam, [4] [5] Panama, [6] Puerto Rico, [7] and the US Virgin Islands; [7] in particular electricians, or inside wiremen, in the construction industry and lineworkers and other employees of public ...

  6. Millwright - Wikipedia

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    Millwrights install, maintain, repair and troubleshoot stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment in sites such as factories, production plants and recreational facilities. However, the exact duties of a millwright vary depending on whether they are unionized or not, with union rules typically being more restrictive than non-union ...

  7. Automation technician - Wikipedia

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    A US armed forces robot technician repairing the tread of a mine disposal robot. Automation technicians repair and maintain the computer-controlled systems and robotic devices used within industrial and commercial facilities to reduce human intervention and maximize efficiency. [1] Their duties require knowledge of electronics, mechanics and ...

  8. Instrument mechanic - Wikipedia

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    Instrument mechanics in engineering are tradesmen who specialize in installing, troubleshooting, and repairing instrumentation, automation and control systems.The term "Instrument Mechanic" came about because it was a combination of light mechanical and specialised instrumentation skills.

  9. Engineering technician - Wikipedia

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    An engineering technician is a professional trained in skills and techniques related to a specific branch of technology, with a practical understanding of the relevant engineering concepts. [1] Engineering technicians often assist in projects relating to research and development , or focus on post-development activities like implementation or ...