What it pays
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Half of all Electricians in the U.S. earn more than $63,190 a year — the middle 80% land between $42,640 and $108,510. About 757,220 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Electricians”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Craft and related trades workers earn about ₹16,825 a month on average — around ₹2.0 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$63,190typical pay / year
757,220people in this work
$108,510+top 10% earn
₹2.0 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Test yourself →The work, task by task
These are the real jobs-to-be-done, not a wish list. Each task shows where we found it, and the prompt underneath is written for that exact task.
Fixing3
Assemble conduits and connect wiring
+Assemble the conduit runs for the upstairs lighting circuit, fish and secure the NM cable through the runs,…
Assemble conduits and connect wiring
+Assemble the conduit runs for the upstairs lighting circuit, fish and secure the NM cable through the runs, splice the feed to the new junction box with wirenuts, test continuity and label each conductor before restoring power by Saturday morning.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADjob descriptionsO*NET
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Install electrical wiring and fixtures
+Pull the lighting and outlet circuit plan for 12 Maple Street, check the breaker schedule, route cable runs…
Install electrical wiring and fixtures
+Pull the lighting and outlet circuit plan for 12 Maple Street, check the breaker schedule, route cable runs to minimize joins, install recessed lights in the living room and three switched outlets in the kitchen, then test and label each circuit.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Install data and cable lines
+Run CAT6 to the study, coax to the living room TV, fish both through the wall cavities with grommets at…
Install data and cable lines
+Run CAT6 to the study, coax to the living room TV, fish both through the wall cavities with grommets at termination points, secure cables in the attic with staples every 300mm, install faceplates and certify signal at both ends before leaving.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADESCOjob descriptionsWikipedia
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Analysing3
Inspect electrical components
+Walk the house with the owner, inspect all sockets, switches, distribution board and visible splices for…
Inspect electrical components
+Walk the house with the owner, inspect all sockets, switches, distribution board and visible splices for overheating, loose neutrals or evidence of moisture, record any faults, take photos of suspect connections and quote repairs that require isolation.
The tools that do the workCraftsman CD EstimatorESCOjob descriptions
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Read technical diagrams and blueprints
+Compare the supplied blueprints to the as-built wiring on site, trace the lighting and power circuits on the…
Read technical diagrams and blueprints
+Compare the supplied blueprints to the as-built wiring on site, trace the lighting and power circuits on the diagrams, mark any discrepancies, note conduit runs and junction box locations, then update the plans and flag changes for the electrician team.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADjob descriptionsO*NET
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Execute wiring plans
+Follow the approved wiring diagram to pull the specified cable sizes, make neat junctions in labelled boxes,…
Execute wiring plans
+Follow the approved wiring diagram to pull the specified cable sizes, make neat junctions in labelled boxes, torque all terminations to spec, route and clip cables to maintain separation and continuity, then run insulation and earth tests and sign off the certificate.
The tools that do the workConstruction Master Projob descriptionsWikipedia
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The daily work14
Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.
+Install the new light and switch in the kitchen: shut power at the correct breaker, run and splice cable to…
Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.
+Install the new light and switch in the kitchen: shut power at the correct breaker, run and splice cable to the fixture and switch per the wiring plan, secure fittings, test operation and polarity, then tidy cables and sign off with the homeowner.
The tools that do the workConstruction Master ProO*NET
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Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors.
+Mount the motor, attach the power cables and the green ground conductor to the motor lug with proper torque,…
Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors.
+Mount the motor, attach the power cables and the green ground conductor to the motor lug with proper torque, verify continuity to the panel ground and insulation resistance, then run the motor briefly to confirm vibration and grounding are correct.
The tools that do the workElectrosoft FlashWorksO*NET
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Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
+Inspect the noisy compressor and wiring, evaluate arcing, tripped breakers and insulation damage, advise the…
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
+Inspect the noisy compressor and wiring, evaluate arcing, tripped breakers and insulation damage, advise the homeowner whether it is safe to keep running or if the unit must be shut down until repairs are done, and document the hazards in the job file.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordO*NET
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Construct or fabricate parts, using hand tools, according to specifications.
+Fabricate the junction cover and two custom mounting brackets from 14-gauge steel to the wiring diagram…
Construct or fabricate parts, using hand tools, according to specifications.
+Fabricate the junction cover and two custom mounting brackets from 14-gauge steel to the wiring diagram dimensions, deburr edges, drill the mounting holes to spec, and fit them to the box so splices and strain reliefs clear.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADO*NET
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Perform business management duties, such as maintaining records or files, preparing reports, or ordering supplies or equipment.
+Update the job ledger with today’s hours, parts used and serial numbers, create a one-page invoice and a…
Perform business management duties, such as maintaining records or files, preparing reports, or ordering supplies or equipment.
+Update the job ledger with today’s hours, parts used and serial numbers, create a one-page invoice and a three-line purchase list for missing supplies, then email the invoice and order list to Karen in accounting before 5pm.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookO*NET
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Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.
+Mount the small metal switch and duplex outlet boxes in the living room west wall at stud spacing, level them…
Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.
+Mount the small metal switch and duplex outlet boxes in the living room west wall at stud spacing, level them flush with finished drywall, secure with screws or nails so faces are 1/2 inch proud for the trim, then mark locations on the wiring plan.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADO*NET
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Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects.
+Dig the 18-inch-deep trench along the property line to lay 1-inch conduit, lift and move the old concrete…
Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects.
+Dig the 18-inch-deep trench along the property line to lay 1-inch conduit, lift and move the old concrete slab pieces to clear the run, bed the conduit on sand, and backfill compacting in 6-inch lifts so the conduit stays at correct depth.
The tools that do the workConstruction Master ProO*NET
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Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles.
+Bring the portable generator and two floodlights to the front porch, set up 100-foot power feed with GFCI…
Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles.
+Bring the portable generator and two floodlights to the front porch, set up 100-foot power feed with GFCI protection, position flares around the work area for traffic, and keep the generator running until residents' power is restored or the crew leaves.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelO*NET
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Ensure safety compliance
+Walk the house with the homeowner using the checklist, test each outlet and switch, verify grounding and GFCI…
Ensure safety compliance
+Walk the house with the homeowner using the checklist, test each outlet and switch, verify grounding and GFCI function, note any code violations or missing covers on the inspection report, and give a prioritized repair list with quotes.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Wordjob descriptions
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Replace old wiring and cables
+Remove the old knob-and-tube and cloth-insulated runs in the attic and walls, pull new 12-2 and 10-3 NM cable…
Replace old wiring and cables
+Remove the old knob-and-tube and cloth-insulated runs in the attic and walls, pull new 12-2 and 10-3 NM cable along the marked routes, splice at accessible junctions with wirenuts in approved boxes, and update the wiring diagram and circuit labels.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADjob descriptions
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Wire ships, airplanes, and mobile platforms
+Wire the lighting and power runs for the patrol boat, the med bay outlets on the small transport plane, and…
Wire ships, airplanes, and mobile platforms
+Wire the lighting and power runs for the patrol boat, the med bay outlets on the small transport plane, and the charger circuits on the mobile rescue trailer so each circuit labels correctly, splices meet marine aviation code, and I can test continuity and insulation before handover tomorrow.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADElectrosoft FlashWorksWikipedia
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Work on electric utility distribution systems at high voltages
+Restore and document the 11kV feeder to the neighborhood pole line: isolate and tag the line, replace the…
Work on electric utility distribution systems at high voltages
+Restore and document the 11kV feeder to the neighborhood pole line: isolate and tag the line, replace the damaged insulator string, re-torque conductor clamps to spec, then update the distribution single-line and outage log and notify the utility dispatcher before I re-energise at 14:00.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelWikipedia
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Demonstrate or study principles of electricity
+Set up a bench demo showing voltage, current and resistance: wire a safe low-voltage training board with a…
Demonstrate or study principles of electricity
+Set up a bench demo showing voltage, current and resistance: wire a safe low-voltage training board with a fuse, series and parallel lamp circuits, measure and record readings while explaining Ohm’s law and safe test procedures to the apprentices in the 0900 session.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordWikipedia
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Maintain electrical infrastructures and domestic machinery
+Inspect and service the home's distribution board and kitchen appliances: check breaker trip curves, tighten…
Maintain electrical infrastructures and domestic machinery
+Inspect and service the home's distribution board and kitchen appliances: check breaker trip curves, tighten all neutral and earth terminations, replace the worn appliance cord on the dishwasher, and record the new circuit test values and photos for the homeowner by end of day.
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