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Electricians
Description
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems.
Common Tasks
- Construct or fabricate parts, using hand tools, according to specifications.
- Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
- Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $33.85 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $20.13 and $48.43 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $70,405.57 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $41,865.25 and $100,744.92 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 3,130 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 49.8% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 4,690.
By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $32.00 with the median annual salary reaching $68,363.
