Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Electricians design, assemble, install, test, and repair electrical fixtures and wiring. They work on a wide range of electrical and data communications systems that provide light, heat, refrigeration, air-conditioning, power, and the ability to communicate. There are approximately 779,800 electricians working in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
High School DiplomaCertification/License
RequiredOutlook
Much Faster than the AveragePersonality Traits
Hands On
Problem-Solving
Technical
Career Ladder
Job Site Superintendent, or Estimator, or Electrical Contractor
Experienced Electrician
Apprentice Electrician or Helper
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