Electricians
Also called: Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, Inside Wireman
What they do:
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems.
On the job, you would:
- Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.
- Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.
Engineering and Technology
Math and Science
Business
Arts and Humanities
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Hand and Finger Use
Ideas and Logic
Verbal
Visual Understanding
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People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Analytical or scientific software
Data base user interface and query software
Computer aided design CAD software
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New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$49,320
per year, on average
This work is part of the green economy. |
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