26101-20 Occupational Overview: The Electrical Industry

The Service includes Transformer, Meter, and load center.

Rough-in: Installing the service and boxes and wiring that will be hidden in the walls primarily.

Trim out involves the finish work(installing the lights and can trims, installing devices and cover plates.

Service Includes a transformer, CT cabinet, meter, panelboard.

We install much of the wiring in a commercial building in a raceway system.

RACEWAY SYSTEM:(Enclosures that house the conductors in an electrical system(such as conduit, fittings and boxes.

Commercial systems also have the following that residential may not.

Fire alarm systems

Outdoor site lighting

Conduit systems.

Service electricians are great troubleshooters. They are tasked with making repairs and upgrades to current electrical systems.

Remodeling contractors focus on renovating existing buildings and rewiring the building or wiring the new renovation.

The Industrial Electrician is the most specialized of the groups we have mentioned.

They work in hazardous classification areas.

They also work with 3phase motors and motor starters and motor control centers.

They also run conduits and install instrumentation equipment to control flow and regulate products thought the plant.

Lastly, the electrician needs to be able to troubleshoot and repair the system if problems arise during installation.

The program is competency-based( you need to show hands-on tasks competency).

Every 1000 hours you will typically get a review and a pay increase.

You may need to pass the (GABT)General Aptitude and Battery test.

Be ready to provide your school transcript.

You may also have a physical test to make sure you are fit enough to do the job.

After completing the apprenticeship training you can sit for the state or local licensing exam.

If you can get your license you can become an Independent Contractor.

As an independent contractor, you are responsible for your own insurance and the quality of your work. You are also liable and need to carry liability insurance to make sure you are protected.

You must be able to use the current trade materials, tools, and equipment to finish the task quickly and efficiently.

You must keep up to date on technical advancements and code changes.

You must also never take chances with your personal safety.

Be Professional(Your behavior and attitude and appearance and communication)

Be Honest

Be Loyal and respectful. ( Be a positive promotion for the company/ if you can't do that then find new employment)

Be Willing to Learn. ( If someone explains something to you listen with an open mind and try to learn from the exchange.

Take responsibility for your actions

Show up every day and on time.

You must follow the rules and regulations of the corporation and Jobsite.

You must also report any safety issues on the site or with equipment to a supervisor.

Follow OSHA Standards to help prevent injury and death.

NFPA 70E Standards for Electrical Safety in the workplace is in place when working on or near energized electrical equipment.

In 1970 the Occupational Safety and Health Act set these rules out and established OSHA to enforce these standards.

The employer must provide a safe workplace for all employees

The employer must show you how to do the job safely.

The employer must provide you with PPE

The employer must supervise you for safety and warn you of any known hazards.