Electrical Contractors And Electricians

There are of different kinds of electrical contractors according to the technology and area of application specialization. Each field needs specialized set of expertise with unique set of regulations. Some of the common kinds of contractors are electricians, outside plant contractors, and low voltage contractors and HVAC contractors. Electricians are the most common contractors. They are capable of working in both residential and commercial structures.

Outside contractors are those who perform power connection and higher electricity transmission for facilities like large companies. These types of contractors will be always accredited and capable in specialized experience. HVAC (High Voltage Air Conditioning) contractors operate for both heat and ac requirements in personal and professional purposes. A low current service provider functions on voltages lower than 600 VAC. These contractors' works include security programs, telephone professionals, networks professionals etc.

Electricians mainly include those who operate under an accredited and registered contractor and those who operate independently. These electricians can be divided according to the trade requirements and experience required. Different types of electricians are maintenance electricians, auto electricians, construction electricians, mining electricians, power fitters and electrical engineers.

Maintenance electricians works in plants or companies were heavy electrical equipments are used which requires frequent maintenance and installation of new parts or equipments. They work in critical conditions and in removal of tiring parts. A construction electrician as the name indicates works in construction sites. An auto electrician is specialized to work in auto industry. They use specialized tools and computerized equipments.

Mining electricians as the name suggests functions in mines and are well capable to operate with higher machineries and sometimes functions in underground mines too. A power fitter deals with connecting main supply to cool gadgets by following the diagrams. They require development experience also. An electrical engineer designs and develops the systems that other electricians operate upon. A must required skill for an engineer is quick problem solving ability.

There are a number of different roles played by electricians and electrical contractors depending upon the field of work. Their positions can vary according to their skills. Contractors will need a valid license for doing business. They can be looked upon separate fields of business. But all of them require the same set of basic skills. New technologies and automated modern manufacturing system has resulted in a greater demand for electricians and electrical contractors.