How come there seem to be so few female electricians in the trade, and what could be the reasons why? In my experience as an electrician apprentice, seeing a female electrician or apprentice has been a rare occurrence. However, I have also noticed, that the few female electricians I have…
Right now, you are maybe considering if you should become an electrician. You might also be wondering if the electrical trade will continue to exist in ten, twenty, or even thirty years. There are numerous factors, that you should consider when choosing the right career for the future. But what…
One of the most common concerns among aspiring electricians is whether the trade is hard and physically demanding. In many cases, and in my own experience, being an electrician can honestly be challenging at certain times and even physically exhausting while simultaneously working in difficult environments. But how tough is the work of…
In this article, you will get to know the proper tools to both cut and strip wires. Many different tools could in theory be used to get the job done. However, to get the best long-term result, you will need some specific tools. To cut a wire, you will need…
When choosing a career path, we obviously want to make sure that we pick a job that can provide us with a salary for many years to come. One of the concerns that people can have, is whether or not automation and robots are going to be a threat to…
What should you wear as an electrician on a day-to-day basis? It requires physical endurance and mental focus to get the job done right. So, of course, you need the right workwear to keep you comfortable, and safe, and prevent long-term injury. In this article, I’m going to give you…
So, you’ve maybe decided to pursue the career path of an electrician. By all accounts this is a great career opportunity, that will provide you with a future-proof job with multiple options for working in different industries. However, you may want to know about your first year as an electrician’s…
This article will explore the differences in hourly and annual salaries between plumbers and electricians. They are two of the most popular career choices for people who want to work in trades. But which is the better option when it comes to the paycheck? On average, an electrician will have…
What type of electrician will receive the biggest paycheck? In this article, you will get to know which professions within the electrical trade have the highest salaries, and also what specific type of electrician will bring home the most amount of money. According to the official labor statistics we can…
Being an electrician myself, I have at times found it to be both mentally and physically stressful. However, I’ve also noticed, what parts of the job can trigger this feeling of being overwhelmed. To be an electrician does involve some physical strain on your body and some periods of work…