Roles and missions of the electromechanic
The electromechanic is generally responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical systems. He or she is also responsible for ensuring that systems operate correctly and to safety standards. The main roles and missions of an electromechanic are as follows:
Install electrical and mechanical systems, including motors, heaters, air conditioners and control systems.
Perform tests and inspections on machines and systems to ensure they are working properly.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems when they are not working properly.
Diagnose symptoms and solve electrical and mechanical problems.
Fabricate parts and components for electrical or mechanical systems.
Maintain and update maintenance and test records for electrical and mechanical systems.
Check and examine parts for defects and replace as necessary.
Follow and comply with applicable safety codes and standards.
Instruct other technicians and engineers on how systems are to be maintained and repaired.
Perform administrative tasks, such as preparing reports and documents.
In short, an electromechanic is responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing electrical and mechanical systems, ensuring that they operate correctly and in compliance with current safety codes and standards.
Salary and career development of an electromechanic
An electromechanic's salary is highly varied. Salary levels depend on the professional's experience and skills. Depending on the job and experience, the gross annual salary can be higher or lower. Here's a list of gross annual salary trends in France by years of experience for an electromechanic:
0 to 2 years: €23,000 to €29,000
2 to 5 years: €27,000 to €35,000
5 to 10 years: €32,000 to €40,000
10 to 15 years: €37,000 to €45,000
Over 15 years: €42,000 to €50,000
When it comes to career development, there are many possibilities for electromechanics. Here's a non-exhaustive list of possible professions:
Electromechanical engineer
Electromechanical maintenance technician
Industrial computer technician
Automated systems technician
Industrial production technician.
