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Helpers--Electricians
Description
Help electricians by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
Common Tasks
- Requisition materials, using warehouse requisition or release forms.
- Bolt component parts together to form tower assemblies, using hand tools.
- Paint a variety of objects related to electrical functions.
- Operate cutting torches and welding equipment, while working with conduit and metal components to construct devices associated with electrical functions.
- Break up concrete, using airhammer, to facilitate installation, construction, or repair of equipment.
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $16.73 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $12.39 and $22.91 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $34,811.48 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $25,775.74 and $47,648.52 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 4,500 people in California during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 37.8% in the number of jobs in California for this occupation, bringing to total number to 6,200.
By 2024, in California, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $16.00 with the median annual salary reaching $33,673.
