Office-automation installer; Office-automation technician

Home automation consists of the application of technologies such as electronics and telecommunications in homes with the aim of automating and controlling the systems, installations and equipment related to comfort, security, communications and energy efficiency. The automation and control to which home automation refers are applied to home systems and appliances, like lighting, climate control, blinds, awnings, doors and windows, locks, sprinkler systems, household appliances or the supply of water, gas, electricity, etc. The automated home can improve the comfort and quality of life of those who live there, making it possible for them to reduce housework, enhance well-being, control and security, remotely manage the home systems and appliances, as well as streamline the different types of energy consumption. The occupation of home automation technician is specialised in jobs such as the installation of sensor equipment connected to control devices that make it possible to automate and manage the different systems and domestic appliances in the home automation systems.

• Organise and plan the process and mechanics of the jobs and the spaces related to work, manoeuvring, storage, loading and unloading; control the fulfilment of the plans.
• Oversee the interferences with other works.
• Interpret the plans and sketches of the facilities.
• Break down the elements that must be installed or set up.
• Carry out the measurements of the materials based on the plans or on-site, prepare budgets and manage purchases.
• Select basic materials and equipment.
• Assign jobs to the workers and provide them with technical advice, assisting them with their tasks.
• Supervise the setting out of the service lines from the various final control points.
• Conduct the zoning study on the effect of the home's climate control.
• Manage the programming of the climate control.
• Configure the temperature levels.
• Select the operating mode of the climate control.
• Programme the household appliances.
• Organise the automation of the lighting.
• Supervise the installation of the sensors that control the timed switching-on of lights.
• Supervise and collaborate on the installation of sensors for intrusion detection, fire detection, presence simulation, detection of water leaks, rate control and medical alerts.
• Programme the equipment and put the network in operation.
• Check the maintenance and repair works of the existing systems and assist where necessary.
• Carry out quality control.
• Carry out maintenance operations on tools, work machines and equipment.
• Handle the elements, tools, materials, auxiliary means and group and individual protection needed to perform all tasks.
  

Regulated training and graduates

• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Electricitat i electrònica: Muntatge i manteniment de sistemes domòtics i immòtics (Nivell 2)
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Electricitat i electrònica: Gestió i supervisió del muntatge i manteniment de sistemes domòtics i immòtics (Nivell 3)
• professional Training Course(s) in the field of Electrical and Electronics - Intermediate Level: Electrical and automatic installations
• Professional Training Course(s) in the field of Electricity and Electronics - Advanced Level: Electronic maintenance

Complementary training

Other specific skills

Initiative: Level 2

Analytical thought: Level 2

Concern for order and quality: Level 3

Planning and organisation: Level 2

Customer orientation: Level 1

Learning and use of knowledge: Level 1

Mechanical handling

People related to the field of mechanical handling are interested in the assembly, maintenance, repair and use of machines, tools and installations. Some good examples of professional activities in the field of mechanical handling are adjusting and configuring machines, reviewing technical equipment to detect incidents in their operation, handling machinery in production processes and driving specialised vehicles.

New technologies

People who show an interest in this field are motivated by the development and advanced use of new technologies in any of their applications (software, hardware, telecommunications) from an innovative perspective and in accordance with the continuous updates of technologies, programmes and equipment that appear on the market. The design, installation, management and maintenance of computer systems and new technologies are activities specific to this field.

Hardware maintenance technician

Satellite assembly technician

Electronic Equipment and Automation Systems Repair Mechanic

Expert in development and marketing of domotic and inmotic products

Electronics technician

• Work hours

  This professional tends to have a 40-hour work week.

• Salary

  From 17.024 to 24.286 euros a year. Median: 20.333 euros annum gross.
  
  Source: Report "Observatory of Jobs and Salaries of the Labour Market. Barcelona Activa", elaborated by ICSA Grupo. April 2015.

• Professional category

  Technician

• Human resources and equipment

  Tools, auxiliary means, work teams and van. As a general rule, it is also advisable to have the infrastructure necessary for generating budgets and invoices and a small warehouse.

• Initial investments

  The initial investment can vary greatly depending on the type and nature (purchase or hire) of working equipment, tools, auxiliary means, vehicles, etc. that are used, as well as whether or not a small warehouse, work premises or an office is wanted. You can start with an investment of some 3000-5000 euros.