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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Job outlook

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2017 Wages

Labor Force Indicators

2016 Worker Characteristics
Total workers	Nonresident workers	Percent nonresident	Percent age 45 plus	Percent age 50 plus
2,624	665	25.3	37.4	28.5

2016 Potential Supply
Qualified but working in another occupation	364
Currently employed in a lower paid occupation	212
UI claimants previously working in occupation	764

2016 ALEXsys Employment Data
Number of registrants	1,015
Number of job position postings	79
Ratio of registrants to job position postings	12.8

Alaska Licensing Information

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

Training Resources