Why I Want To Be An Electrician

I am currently enrolled in an electrical program to become an electrician. I first knew I wanted to become an electrician in my first class of Ag. I joined the electrical team and with practice, I placed in the competition and won a scholarship to attend the ABC technical school in Sulphur.
An electrician is someone trained (and usually licensed) to perform electrical work. Electrical work is a highly technical profession that requires a thorough understanding of how electricity works and the materials and components used to deliver power, as well as electrical safety and standards. An electrician can be employed by an electrical contracting firm or self-employed as an individual electrical contractor. Job duties and tasks as an electrician include: Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus,
and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools. Diagnosing malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous. Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. One of the most essential qualities of an electrician is that he be properly trained and licensed.
Most electricians obtain a combination of coursework and hands-on training as part of their initial training. Although most electricians learn through apprenticeships, some start out by attending a technical school. Electricians need to have decent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. They also need to have a good sense of balance, balance is necessary to avoid injury if working in high locations. Good eyesight is also essential for the proper performance of electrical jobs. Problem-solving skills, deductive and inductive reasoning, good judgment and decision-making skills are also qualities needed as an electrician. Electricians need to have excellent interpersonal communication skills, they sometimes work as part of a crew and must be able to work collaboratively with others. Those that work in supervisory capabilities need to be able to delegate responsibility in a manner that does not cause alienation of other workers. Communication with customers is also essential, in order to solve potential
problems.
Electrical contracting is the business of bringing lighting, power and communications to buildings and communities around the world. In the U.S., it is an industry valued at over $130 billion annually made up of over 70,000 electrical contracting firms employing over 65,000 electrical workers. The salary range of an Electrician in Baton Rouge Louisiana is $37,000-$58,000. The average pay per hour is $24.57. Employment of electricians is projected to grow from 14 percent from 2014 to 2024. Job prospects for electricians should be very good.