Post updated: October, 26, 2021 The top 5 states for electrician employment were California, Texas, New York, Florida and Ohio in 2020, according to the most recent year for which the Bureau of Labor Statistics data is available.1 Do you need an electrician license to work in these states? That depends. Licensing requirements for electricians […]
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Is Becoming an Electrician a Good Career Choice?
Electricians are needed everywhere, and the job outlook for them are expected to better than average in the coming years, but that’s not the only reason becoming an electrician could be a good career choice. What Electricians Do Could you imagine living in the dark and not being able to have any modern conveniences our […]
Read MoreIndustry Trade Publications for Electricians
Trade publications are ideal for keeping up to date with trends, developments, and news in the electrical industry. If you are enrolled in an electrician training program, the following magazines can be a helpful resource for you: Electrical Construction & Maintenance Electrical Construction & Maintenance (EC&M) magazine is a monthly publication covering the electrical, construction, […]
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If you are interested in becoming an electrician, this is a good time. Electricians install, maintain, and repair power and lighting systems and equipment in homes and businesses. Job outlook is strong The job outlook for electricians has faster than average growth of 14% by 2024. 1 Competitive salary for short training period Like other […]
Read MoreElectrician Skills – What You Need to Become an Electrician
If you have considered becoming an electrician, now is a good time to get into the industry. Employment for electricians is projected to grow 14% from 2014 to 2024, which is much faster than the average for all other occupations. This growth is primarily driven by an expanding construction industry, as the wiring needs to […]
Read MoreNon-Traditional Jobs in the Electrical Industry
The work life of electricians and electromechanical technicians doesn’t always revolve around office buildings, homes, or manufacturing plants. Those traditional work environments do depend on the expertise of trained electricians to run efficiently and safely, but they’re not the only places where you can put your electrical or electro-mechanical skills to work. If you’re considering […]
Read MoreThe Growing Demand for Electricians in Florida
Construction is on the upswing in Florida. Major building projects in Citrus, Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade counties are creating jobs for construction workers. 1 2 This is an industry where electricians often find work. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) notes that there is a greater demand for electricians (47-2111) when construction projects are […]
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