Electricians have a wide range of career options available to them, from Construction & Maintenance Electrician to Security & Fire Alarm System Installer. With the right training and experience, an electrician can rise to many positions within the electrical field. The job of an electrician is a demanding one, requiring several hours of hands-on training and involving considerable risk. As such, electricians are often seen as modern-day heroes.
Typical job duties may include transporting materials, drilling holes for cables, pulling cables, and cutting holes for outlets and switches. To become a licensed electrician, one must have extensive working knowledge and a competent understanding of the National Electrical Code. For those who enjoy supervising people and projects, there are plenty of opportunities to do so in larger companies. However, it takes character and determination to get a job promotion and really move forward in any career. It's important to remember that the jobs and descriptions listed here are not all-inclusive.
