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Electrical Technician Jobs in Lochgelly

​Electrical Technician

An Electrical Technician in the engineering sector is vital in installing, testing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and equipment. The role of an Electrical Technician entails precise work requiring a detail-oriented mindset and a solid understanding of electrical codes and safety procedures.

To become an Electrical Technician, candidates should have strong analytical skills, adeptness in problem-solving, and the ability to read complex schematics. A qualification such as an NVQ or City and Guilds in Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent apprenticeship, is typically required.

Companies seeking to employ an Electrical Technician often look for candidates with previous experience in hands-on electrical work within the engineering environment, with a proven track record in diagnosing and fixing electrical issues.

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​Lochgelly

Lochgelly is a town in Fife, Scotland with a population of around 8,000 people. It is approximately 20 kilometers west of Edinburgh on the A92 road and has many beautiful stretches for walking as well as theatres, restaurants and cafes.

The engineering sector in Lochgelly is very active and there are a lot of companies working on smaller research projects, as well as larger scale projects. It's very diverse, covering work from the design stage through to the prototyping stage. There are many manufacturing opportunities too with suppliers of everything from metal products to components for control systems.

Lochgelly is well connected by road, rail and bus. The M90 motorway runs through the town making it easily accessible from Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth. There is a train station in the centre of town offering connections to Edinburgh, Glasgow and other towns. Buses serve all surrounding areas.