Show your skills as a licensed electrician

Are you technically minded and interested in electronics? With us, you will learn to combine traditional electrical engineering with the latest measuring equipment and specialized power tools: licensed electricians plan, install and repair a wide variety of electrical systems – from building cabling to complex machinery.

If you are passionate about working with electrical installations and committed to adhering to safety standards, then an apprenticeship at RUAG is perfect for you. Our licensed electricians work on projects from the planning stage through to installation and acceptance, collaborating closely in a team with other specialists.

Key points of your apprenticeship at RUAG

Duration

Your apprenticeship will last four years. During this time, you will learn everything you need to know to become a licensed electrician.

Skills

To qualify for this apprenticeship, you must have a strong command of geometry, mathematics and physics. You must also be handy, skilled at abstract logical thinking and have a basic technical understanding. In addition, you work carefully and take on responsibility. Finally, you are an open as well as communicative person and a team player.

Future opportunities

After your apprenticeship as a licensed electrician, you can take training courses offered by EIT.swiss, professional associations, vocational schools or technical institutes. You can also further develop your skills by completing shortened apprenticeships, specialization courses or an (advanced) federal professional examination, or you can acquire a degree at a university of applied sciences, such as a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.

Contact

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berufsbildung@ruag.ch

RUAG AG
Seetalstrasse 175
6032 Emmen

Licensed electrician EFZ (Federal VET Diploma)

Licensed electricians carry out a variety of installation, assembly and repair work. They work with both traditional tools such as screwdrivers, wire strippers and voltage detectors, as well as with modern measuring equipment and specialized power tools. When laying cables and conduits, the utmost precision is required to ensure that all connections are correct and reliable. Likewise, compliance with safety regulations and standards is a central part of their work.

The work is often carried out in a team, with each person taking on important tasks to guarantee that the entire project runs smoothly.

Licensed electricians plan their work steps precisely and make sure that safety requirements are always met. In doing so, they play a key role in ensuring that every electrical system works safely and efficiently

What we offer you

During your apprenticeship, you will acquire in-depth technical knowledge as well as practical skills. You will be integrated in a motivated team and work on exciting projects in which you will have the opportunity to take on responsibility and continuously expand your knowledge. Moreover, you can rely on modern work equipment and will benefit from a supportive work environment.

What you should bring with you

You are interested in technical and electrical work, have full color vision, enjoy working both in a team and independently, and have good social skills.