A journeyman electrician has a qualification to work independently without any supervision. He troubleshoots the various problems that occur with the wiring or electrical machines of an industry. An apprentice training is an essential requisite to become a journeyman electrician. If you have required training skills then this is a good job opportunity which offers scope in both industrial as well as residential sector.

I am providing some of the important interview questions that are mainly asked by an employer:

1. Tell us about your qualifications and experience?
Tell about the training you have undergone. Your residential and commercial experience will be an advantage for you. Specify details about your license of journeyman electrician. If you have done some additional course to enhance your skills then mention about it.

2. What skills do you specialize?
Point out the specific areas where you have a sound knowledge. There are several areas such as electrical systems & controls, electro mechanical repairs, wiring diagrams, blueprints & schematics, generators & transformers and troubleshooting instruments. Give details of the one where you are strong but remember that the knowledge of every related field is an essential requirement to become a successful journeyman electrician.

3. What work activities you performed in your earlier job?
Tell about the kind of work you did in your earlier work area. A journeyman electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining and testing various electrical equipments. You can also provide some reference names that can help your employer to know your skills.

4. Why are you leaving that job?
Be genuine and responsible. Try to get before hand knowledge about the organization. Then frame your answer accordingly. You can tell that you love taking new challenges. These help you grow professionally and personally. Getting an opportunity to join this industry will help you achieving the same. Also add mention about your experience in your earlier work area. You can state that change is required for a growth. Thus you want to shift from your earlier industry.

5. What salary do you expect from us?
You can answer that you are satisfied with the pay scale that the organization offers according to the skills. Your previous pay package details may help your employer to have an idea about your experience and knowledge. Your responsible attitude and respect for your skills should be genuinely reflected in your answer.

These are the questions that are mainly asked in an interview of a journeyman electrician. All the Best!