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Working with electrical systems is a valuable skill. Construction, municipal public works, and aviation manufacturers are industries that require certified electricians. People considering electrician training often wonder how long it will take to certify. This article will explore some of these questions. How Long Will I Be an Apprentice? Electrician training programs like the one…

If you’re a beginner or a small firm looking to grow your career in the electrical industry, look no further. At Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC), we offer electrician training to equip you with the industry’s best, safest, and most professional work methods. We have trade skill programs to help you get started as an electrician…

Those who want to become an electrician have an array of jobs to specialize in. As a certified electrician, you can install, repair, and maintain electrical systems in homes, commercial buildings, offices, industries, and more. Here are the different types of electricians and how you can get started: 1.    Residential/Domestic Electrician Anyone interested in…

Do you have a project or repair in need of electrical work? Don’t rely on just anyone for your service repairs. Use reputable and licensed Cincinnati electricians. Here are the three things you can do to find a good, reliable electrician in Cincinnati and the surrounding areas: 1. Check Recommendations and Reviews The first thing many…

5 Dangers Faced When You Become an Electrician Are you someone who is looking to become an electrician? Like any other line of work, electrician work has its dangers, but no more so than other professions, including firefighters, construction workers, and loggers. Throughout your career as an electrician, you should expect to work in tight…

The electrical construction industry offers many exciting job opportunities for competent electricians. However, like any other field, you need to network with other professionals in the industry to get more jobs, skills, and opportunities to advance your career. Many electricians struggle to join the workforce and advance their skills after electrical training. But you shouldn’t…

Every small business owner needs insurance. When you’re working with something as potentially dangerous as electricity, you want to make sure you’re completely insured. Insurance can cover everything from injury to yourself to property damage while on a work site. Here are a few things you’ll need to know before you start getting insurance quotes.

In Ohio, continuing education is a necessity for electricians in both a narrow and broader sense. To keep your license, you need accredited continuing education courses. In the broader sense, you should pursue continuing education to expand your abilities as an electrician. Here are four reasons continuing education is important for Ohio electricians.

If you love doing your part to help the environment and are looking to start a new career, then a career as an electrician may be perfect for you — the green energy sector is continuously growing and in need of electricians. However, you can take the opportunity to educate clients on green energy options…

In 2016 there were close to 666,900 electricians working in the U.S., according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). With a projected 9 percent growth rate, experts believe that the industry will add 60,100 more jobs between the years 2016 and 2026.