Construction Electrician
Construction Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures; ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes; and may install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems.
Training at a Glance
Time to Complete
~4 Hours
On the Job Time
8000 Hours
Related Instruction Time
400Hours
Additional Training
A valid credential issued by WI Dept of Safety and Professional Services, First Aid and CPR certifications, OSHA 10-hr safety certification, Complete unpaid related instruction, complete Transition to Trainer, pass the State Electrical Journeyworker Exam.
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Electricians
47-2111.00
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.
Sample of reported job titles: Control Electrician, Electrical Journey Person, Electrical Troubleshooter, Electrician, Housing Maintenance Electrician, Industrial Electrician, Inside Wireman, Maintenance Electrician, Paper Mill Electrician, Wireman
Job Outlook through 2026 in Wisconsin
+3.6%
Experienced Level Salary
$68,540
Local Apprenticeship Committees
Registered apprenticeships for construction occupations are sponsored by local apprenticeship committees, not individual employers. Therefore, applicants apply directly to their local committee for the specific occupation. Appleton/Oshkosh Area Electrical JAC
Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin (ABC)
Eau Claire Area Electrical
Kenosha Area Electrical JAC
La Crosse Area Electrical JAC
Madison Area Electrical JAC and Madison Area Telecommunications (VDV) Electrical JAC
Milwaukee Area Electrical JAC
Northeast WI Area Electrical JAC
Racine Area Electrical JAC
South Central WI Area Electrical JAC
Southwest WI Area Electrical JAC
Wisconsin River Valley Electrical JAC