Electricians (47-2111)

Occupation description:  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. Excludes Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers (49-2098).

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Employment and Job Openings

Job outlook

• Alaska: Alaska’s employment growth is low with very high employment opportunities. Read more.

2016 Wages

Labor Force Indicators

2015 Worker Characteristics
Total workers	Nonresident workers	Percent nonresident	Percent age 45 plus	Percent age 50 plus
2,769	771	27.8	37.0	28.3

2015 Potential Supply
Qualified but working in another occupation	465
Currently employed in a lower paid occupation	273
UI claimants previously working in occupation	659

2015 ALEXsys Employment Data
Number of registrants	877
Number of job position postings	289
Ratio of registrants to job position postings	3.0

Alaska Licensing Information

Typical Entry-level Education, Experience, and/or On-the-job Training

Training Resources