Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

• Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers who install, repair and maintain electrical wiring, fixtures and control devices, power systems, telecommunication systems and cablevision systems

• Establish methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments or subcontractors

• Requisition materials and supplies

• Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity

• Train or arrange for training of workers

• Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions

• Ensure standards for safe working conditions are observed

• Prepare work progress reports

• May manage the operations of their own companies

• May also supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of related apprentices, helpers and labourers

• Small businesses' contractors may execute tasks within their trade area of expertise, which is generally not the case for supervisors or contractors associated with a medium or large business.