Understanding The Different Levels Of Electricians
Electricians are tradespeople that specialize in either commercial or residential electrical services. They are able to install electrical equipment and wiring into a variety of locations including regular homes, businesses, and buildings. If there is already electrical wiring installed, most of them are skilled at making repairs. Some are able to specialize in airplanes, boats, and a variety of other vehicles. Electricians are divided into three separate groups including Apprentice, Journeyman and the highly coveted Master Electrician. Let's look at each of these different levels and explain the difference between these highly skilled trades people.
Apprentice Electrician
An Apprentice electrician is an electrician just starting out. They work directly under the supervision of a Journeymen, and learn how to do very basic things including installing wiring, troubleshooting wiring problems, and installing entire electrical systems. They are able to work in industrial buildings, commercial buildings and also residential areas.
Journeyman Electrician
A Journeyman electrician works directly under a Master Electrician. This electrician is able to do everything and Apprentice electrician can do, but will make much more money per hour. They will have completed their apprenticeship and will be recognized by local, state and the national licensing body for the electrical trade.
Master Electrician
This is the highest level of electricians, requiring a minimum of seven years experience in this field. They must also pass an exam that will show that they have competency in this trade. They must learn the National Electrical Code, otherwise known as the NEC. These electricians are the highest paid in the industry, and will be in charge of all other electricians below them at job sites for which they are hired. Electricians can make a substantial amount of money every year, sometimes in excess of six figures depending upon the type of work that they do. It is a trade that will always have work available, regardless of where you live, and might be exactly what you're looking for if you are seeking to learn a trade that will provide you with long-term income for years to come.