Career Profile
Electricians
Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical power, communications, lighting, and control systems.
General Information
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. Excludes Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers (49-2098).
Training Funds Available
This is a Rural Capital Area Target Occupation.
Training and education opportunities are available with eligible providers throughout the state.
Please visit the Texas Workforce Commission website for more details.
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Electricians
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 356 openings per year are projected for Electricians.
Employment Change
Employment for Electricians is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 16.1% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $26.08/hour. Entry level workers are paid $18.29, while experienced workers are paid $29.96. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 2,375 Electricians in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 2,758.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Electricians are Building Equipment Contractors, Utility System Construction, and Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Electricians include Building and Construction, Administration and Management, and Mechanical.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Electricians is HS diploma or less. 8% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.