Electricians

Job Zone

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

Job Zones group occupations into one of five categories based on the education, experience, and training typically needed to perform them.

Tasks

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.91
Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.91
Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.89
Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps.88
Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.86
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.83
Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.83
Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.80
Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.78
Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.78
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.75
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.75

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Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors.74
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.73
Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.73
Construct or fabricate parts, using hand tools, according to specifications.72
Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles.71
Provide preliminary sketches or cost estimates for materials or services.68
Perform business management duties, such as maintaining records or files, preparing reports, or ordering supplies or equipment.68
Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.68
Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects.65

Skills

Developed capacities that facilitate learning or the more rapid acquisition of knowledge.

Troubleshooting75
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Repairing63
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Active Listening60
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Critical Thinking60
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Speaking60
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Active Learning56
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Installation56
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Judgment and Decision Making56
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Quality Control Analysis56
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Complex Problem Solving53
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Coordination53
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Monitoring53
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

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Operations Monitoring53
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Reading Comprehension53
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Equipment Maintenance50
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Equipment Selection50
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Instructing50
Teaching others how to do something.
Learning Strategies50
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Mathematics50
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Operation and Control50
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Persuasion50
Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
Service Orientation50
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Systems Analysis50
Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Time Management50
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Writing50
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Management of Personnel Resources47
Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Social Perceptiveness47
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Systems Evaluation47
Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
Operations Analysis44
Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
Management of Financial Resources35
Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
Management of Material Resources35
Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
Negotiation31
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
Technology Design28
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
Science25
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Programming0
Writing computer programs for various purposes.

Knowledge

Organized sets of principles and facts that apply in general domains.

Building and Construction67
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Administration and Management65
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Mechanical61
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Mathematics60
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Design58
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Customer and Personal Service54
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Public Safety and Security47
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Psychology42
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
English Language41
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Production and Processing38
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Transportation38
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
Telecommunications37
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.

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Law and Government36
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Administrative33
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
Physics32
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
Education and Training30
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Sales and Marketing30
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
Personnel and Human Resources28
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
Engineering and Technology27
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Computers and Electronics25
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Sociology and Anthropology19
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
Economics and Accounting16
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Chemistry15
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Communications and Media14
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Geography12
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
Therapy and Counseling11
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Foreign Language5
Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
Medicine and Dentistry5
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Biology4
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Fine Arts2
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
Food Production2
Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
History and Archeology2
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
Philosophy and Theology2
Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.

Abilities

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

Near Vision75
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Problem Sensitivity75
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
Deductive Reasoning72
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Inductive Reasoning72
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Finger Dexterity69
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Information Ordering69
The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Oral Comprehension69
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Arm-Hand Steadiness66
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Visual Color Discrimination66
The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
Extent Flexibility63
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Oral Expression60
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Trunk Strength60
The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.

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Visualization60
The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
Written Comprehension60
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Category Flexibility56
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
Far Vision56
The ability to see details at a distance.
Flexibility of Closure56
The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
Manual Dexterity56
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Control Precision53
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Selective Attention53
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
Depth Perception50
The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
Fluency of Ideas50
The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
Gross Body Equilibrium50
The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
Mathematical Reasoning50
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
Multilimb Coordination50
The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
Number Facility50
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
Perceptual Speed50
The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
Speech Clarity50
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Speech Recognition50
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Written Expression50
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Auditory Attention47
The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
Gross Body Coordination47
The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
Memorization47
The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
Originality47
The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
Reaction Time47
The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
Time Sharing47
The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
Speed of Closure44
The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
Stamina44
The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
Static Strength44
The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Wrist-Finger Speed44
The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
Hearing Sensitivity41
The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
Response Orientation41
The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
Dynamic Strength38
The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
Explosive Strength31
The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
Glare Sensitivity31
The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
Speed of Limb Movement31
The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
Spatial Orientation28
The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
Night Vision25
The ability to see under low-light conditions.
Peripheral Vision25
The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
Rate Control25
The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
Sound Localization25
The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
Dynamic Flexibility6
The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.

Work Activities

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

Performing General Physical Activities93
Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates91
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work88
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Getting Information87
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings86
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge84
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships83
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Handling and Moving Objects82
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others81
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials80
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events79
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems79
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

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Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People74
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment74
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Training and Teaching Others73
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards72
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates69
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Thinking Creatively69
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Communicating with People Outside the Organization68
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
Analyzing Data or Information67
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information66
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment66
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Scheduling Work and Activities66
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Developing and Building Teams65
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Processing Information64
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Monitoring and Controlling Resources63
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment62
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others62
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment62
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
Documenting/Recording Information60
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others59
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Coaching and Developing Others58
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Developing Objectives and Strategies57
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Controlling Machines and Processes55
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others55
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public49
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Assisting and Caring for Others43
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Selling or Influencing Others40
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
Performing Administrative Activities39
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
Working with Computers34
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Staffing Organizational Units33
Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

Work Styles

Personal characteristics that can affect how well someone performs a job.

Dependability88
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
Attention to Detail83
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
Cautiousness83
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
Integrity63
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
Perseverance59
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
Stress Tolerance46
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
Achievement Orientation45
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
Self-Control44
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
Adaptability42
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
Self-Confidence41
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
Cooperation33
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
Initiative33
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.

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Intellectual Curiosity31
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
Leadership Orientation28
A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
Innovation27
A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.
Sincerity22
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
Optimism17
A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
Social Orientation13
A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
Empathy3
A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
Tolerance for Ambiguity0
A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

Interests (RIASEC)

Holland's six occupational interest types (RIASEC) this work tends to attract.

Realistic100
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
Conventional52
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Investigative28
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
Enterprising14
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
Social5
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
Artistic4
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.

Work Context

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
- Continually or almost continually96%
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
- Every day95%
Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
- Every day93%
Contact With Others
- Constant contact with others78%
- Contact with others most of the time21%
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
- Extremely important76%
- Very important22%
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
- Very important results70%
- Important results27%
Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body
- Continually or almost continually84%
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
- Every day73%
Health and Safety of Other Workers
- Very high responsibility69%
Spend Time Standing
- Continually or almost continually66%
- More than half the time28%
Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team
Exposed to Contaminants

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Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Freedom to Make Decisions
Telephone Conversations
- Every day81%
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
- Every day65%
- Once a week or more but not every day24%
Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
- Continually or almost continually76%
Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers
Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities
- Very important13%
- Important27%
Frequency of Decision Making
- Every day69%
Time Pressure
- Once a week or more but not every day27%
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Spend Time Walking or Running
- More than half the time24%
Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
- Continually or almost continually66%
- Less than half the time14%
Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
- Every day66%
E-Mail
- Once a week or more but not every day24%
- Never12%
Deal With External Customers or the Public in General
- Extremely important22%
Outdoors, Under Cover
- Once a week or more but not every day23%
- Never12%
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
- More than half the time19%
Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions
- Never13%
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
- Less than half the time26%
Duration of Typical Work Week
Exposed to High Places
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
- Extremely important25%
- Very important30%
Consequence of Error
- Not serious at all15%
Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People
- Once a month or more but not every week20%
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
- Every day25%
- Never13%
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
- Once a month or more but not every week25%
- Once a year or more but not every month27%
Conflict Situations
In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment
- Never15%
Level of Competition
- Highly competitive24%
Physical Proximity
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
- Never20%
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Public Speaking
- Once a year or more but not every month22%
Spend Time Sitting
- Less than half the time71%
- Never25%
Written Letters and Memos
Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People
Work Schedules
Exposed to Disease or Infections
- Never91%
Degree of Automation
- Not at all automated93%
Exposed to Radiation
- Never97%

Typical Education Levels Reported

Education levels O*NET survey respondents in this occupation most often reported having.

Post-secondary certificate
High school diploma or equivalent
Less than high school diploma

Technology Skills

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

Word processing software
Microsoft Word, Socrates Contractor's Library
Analytical or scientific software
Construction Master Pro, Electrosoft FlashWorks, Elite Software Inpoint, SoftEmpire Electrical Calculations
Data base user interface and query software
Database software, Resolve Systems Service Management, Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate, Shafer Service Systems
Industrial control software
AVEVA InTouch HMI, Programmable logic controller PLC software, Supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA software
Computer aided design CAD software
Autodesk AutoCAD, One Mile Up Panel Planner
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Accounting software
Turtle Creek Software Goldenseal
Document management software
Adobe Acrobat
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
SAP software
Office suite software
Microsoft Office software
Operating system software
Microsoft Windows
Project management software
Craftsman CD Estimator
Process mapping and design software
SmartDraw

Professional Associations

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Related Occupations

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Detailed Work Activities

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Create construction or installation diagrams.
Thread wire or cable through ducts or conduits.
Repair electrical equipment.
Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
Update job related knowledge or skills.
Plan layout of construction, installation, or repairs.
Direct construction or extraction personnel.
Train construction or extraction personnel.
Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects.
Communicate with other construction or extraction personnel to discuss project details.
Fabricate parts or components.

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Assist skilled construction or extraction personnel.
Estimate construction project costs.
Order construction or extraction materials or equipment.
Prepare operational reports.
Dig holes or trenches.

Apprenticeship Occupations

Registered apprenticeship program titles associated with this occupation.

Crane Electrician (Existing Title: Electrician Ship & Boat)
Electrician
Electrician (Alternate Title: Interior Electrician)
Electrician (Ship & Boat)
Electrician (Water Trans)
Electrician, Maintenance
Lightning Protection Technician (Conventional System)
Marine Electrician (Existing Title: Electrician Ship & Boat)
Neon-Sign Servicer
Production Machinery Electrician (Existing Title: Electrician, Maintenance)
Protective-Signal Repairer
Residential Wireman
Street-Light Servicer
Temporary Services Electrician (Existing Title: Electrician (Ship and Boat))

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