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Control power supply connections

This is physical, in-person work with real objects, tools, equipment and places that change from day to day. AI can't do it for you.

Part of Adjust equipment to ensure adequate performance, under the O*NET work activity group Handling and Moving Objects. Individual tasks below can carry a different label when their own wording calls for it (0 AI-ready, 1 AI-assist, 6 stays human).

Tasks built on this activity

• Open switches or attach grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines or to facilitate repairs.Stays human Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
• Connect and disconnect utility services at specific locations.Stays human Meter Readers, Utilities
• Open and close switches to isolate defective relays, performing adjustments or repairs.Stays human Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay
• Insert plugs into receptacles and bolt or screw leads to terminals to connect equipment to power sources, using hand tools.Stays human Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers
• Turn meters on or off to establish or close service.Stays human Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door
• Connect electrical systems to outside power sources and activate switches to test the operation of appliances and light fixtures.Stays human Manufactured Building and Mobile Home Installers

Tasks where it is part of the work

• Shut off service and notify repair crews when major repairs are required, such as the replacement of underground pipes or wiring.AI-assist Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door