How Do You Start A Career As An Electrician?
When we turn on our computers, flip a light switch, or step on an elevator, we take it for granted that the power to run these devices will flow efficiently and safely. Making sure that happens is the job of the electrician. It’s a challenging occupation and becoming more so as the explosion of video, data, and audio electronics grows in importance. The work is highly technical but is very much a “hand’s-on” job. If you want to start a career as an electrician you need both classroom and on-the-job training, but you can expect to make a good income. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics estimated that as of 2007-8 electricians averaged $21/hour and the best paying jobs paid over $35/hour. About 60 percent work in manufacturing or new construction, and the remainder are either independent contractors or work in jobs maintaining existing systems. Prepare for the training to start a career as an electrician by taking the appropriate courses in high school. You should take courses in mathemati
