Electricians do not have the most glamorous jobs. However, they have extremely important jobs. Most electricians have the same job description. They are responsible for maintaining and installing electrical systems. However, the job duties of an electrician can vary.

Most electricians work a standard 8 to 4 or 9 to 5 shift. However, there are many electricians who work during the evening and on weekends. There are also electricians who may be on call 24 hours a day.

Electricians will typically start their day in the building of their employer. They will clock in and get a list of tasks that they need to do for the day. They also will be given all of the supplies that they need.

A typical electrician may do the following during their day.

• Repairing or replacing wiring
• Diagnosing problems with connections and wiring
• Inspecting the electrical systems
• Planning and interpreting wiring for diagrams
• Assembling and testing appliances and wiring

Not only do electricians have a long list of things that they complete in a typical day, but they also have to be prepared for all of the things that can potentially go wrong. For example, a job may take longer than expected. There may be one wire that is causing problems in multiple areas of the home. Electricians must check everything out in great detail.

Electricians are sometimes required to play detectives. They may have to check out the entire structure of the home or building to find what is wrong with it. This can be time-consuming.

Furthermore, electricians cannot rush the work they do because safety is of the utmost importance. They will have to look out for their own personal safety because working with electricity can be dangerous. They also have to make sure that the job is done correctly because an electrical problem can lead to a fire.

Electricians can work indoors or outdoors and experience blazing hot or extreme cold temperatures. They also can work in factories, residential homes, or businesses. They may work in a large space or a cramped condition.

Electricians may go to different sites every day or stay in the same place for months. It is not uncommon for electricians to travel long distances to get to their job site.

If you enjoy working with your hands and using your mind to solve problems, then the electrical field is a great career choice. It also pays well! Begin your training at your nearest IEC chapter. Complete the interest form to be connected to a local IEC chapter for help.