Electrician

Electricians install and maintain the electrical and power systems in new and existing structures.

Interests & Skills

Being Active

Computers & Technology

Detail-Oriented

Troubleshooting

What You'll Need

Technical School, Community College, Registered Apprenticeship Program or Industry Training Program

More About This Career

The complex wiring, outlets, switches and circuit breakers that turn on lights, charge phones and even keep large factories running are the handiwork of electricians.

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*Wage information from 2022 NCCER Construction Craft Salary Survey.

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