Read technical and wiring diagrams, including blueprints. Install systems for control and lighting systems. Inspect electrical systems. Troubleshoot & repair electrical malfunctions. Is electrician a dying trade? The BLS reports that employment of electricians is projected to grow 10% from 2018 to 2028 — faster than the average for all occupations. The shortage is due to more than the number of retiring electricians outpacing that of new electricians. What types of electricians make the most money?

The job responsibilities are not usually so dangerous that fatal accidents are common, but it is possible when working on transmission lines or high-voltage projects. You have risks of burns, shocks, and falls to manage with your duties in most environments.

The job responsibilities are not usually so that fatal accidents are common.