Tag: electrical industry
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Do I Need Experience to Become an Electrician?
No background in electrical work? No problem. Apprenticeships teach you the skills you need for a rewarding electrical career—no experience required.
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How Long Does It Take to Finish an Electrical Apprenticeship?
Curious how long an electrical apprenticeship takes? Learn what to expect, how long it lasts, and why it’s a smart path to a skilled, well-paid career.
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How Electrical Workers Help Power a Greener Future
Electrical workers are the hands behind clean energy. Learn how they’re shaping a more sustainable future—and how you can be part of it.
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How Is Power Restored After an Outage? Lineworkers Make It Happen
When an outage happens, lineworkers respond quickly, often in dangerous or extreme conditions, to find the issue, make repairs, and safely bring your electricity back.
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How Women Are Finding Success in the Electrical Trades
Today, more women are not just entering the electrical trades—they’re thriving in them. They’re learning real skills and building careers they’re proud of. Here’s how.
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What Does an Electrician Do?
What exactly do wiremen—aka electricians—do, and how do they fit into the larger world of electrical careers? Let’s break it down.
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What Trades are in Highest Demand?
In the world of construction, the demand for skilled tradespeople has never been higher.
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Why a Lineman’s Job is So Important
Have you ever stopped to think about how electricity gets to your home or job? You flip a switch and the lights come on, or you plug in your phone charger and it starts charging. But have you ever thought about what happens behind the scenes to make that possible? That’s where lineworkers come in.…
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What it Takes to be an Electrical Lineman
There’s no doubt about it: lineworkers have one of the most important jobs in our country. They keep our lights on, quite literally. Lineworkers are responsible for setting up, maintaining, and repairing the power lines that bring electricity from the powerplant to our homes, businesses, and communities. After a major storm, natural disaster, or other…
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How Do You Become an Electrical Worker?
Electrical work is a booming trade. The demand for skilled electrical workers is already high, and only expected to grow. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects growth of over 8% between 2019 and 2029, which is double that of the projection for all other occupations. If you’re searching for a career that is not…