# Electrician jobs and career guide

Category: Electrical & Power
Page: https://toolupjobs.com/trades/electrician/
Also called: journeyman electrician, master electrician, electrical apprentice, residential electrician, commercial electrician, industrial electrician

Electricians install, maintain and repair wiring, panels, lighting and controls in homes, commercial buildings and industrial plants.

## Typical US pay
$45k–$105k per year (approximate, entry level to experienced).

## What they do
- Read blueprints and install conduit, wiring and devices to code
- Troubleshoot circuits, breakers and motor controls
- Upgrade service panels and install EV chargers and generators
- Inspect systems for NEC compliance and safety

## Key skills
- NEC code
- Conduit bending
- Troubleshooting
- Blueprint reading
- Motor controls

## Training
4–5 year apprenticeship (IBEW/JATC, IEC, ABC) or trade school plus on-the-job hours.

## Licensing & certifications
Journeyman and Master electrician licenses are issued by most states; apprentices register with the state.

## Open jobs (0)
None posted right now.