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Building Careers in Construction and Electrical Industries

Explore careers in construction and electrical fields, including building inspection, electrician work, line installation, and repair. Opportunities are plentiful with the right skills. Discover job prospects, required training, and industry outlook.

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Building Careers in Construction and Electrical Industries

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  1. Created by: Katie Wilson &

  2. Careers with a B.A. or M.A.

  3. Examine buildings, highways and streets, sewer and water systems, dams, bridges, and other structures. • About 45 percent worked for local governments, primarily municipal or county building departments. • Many home inspectors are self-employed.

  4. Job opportunities are expected to be good, especially for those with the right skills. • Most electricians acquire their skills by completing an apprenticeship program lasting 4 to 5 years, or obtain an associates degree. • Nearly ¾ of electricians work for building contractors or are self-employed.

  5. Line installers and repairers work outdoors; conditions can be hazardous. • Employers prefer applicants with knowledge of electricity and electronics. • Earnings are higher than in most other occupations that do not require postsecondary education.

  6. Employment is expected to grow as fast as the average for all occupations. • Use of motorcycles, motorboats, and outdoor power equipment is seasonal in many areas.

  7. Manufacturing industries employ almost all of these workers. • Workers learn in apprenticeship programs, informally on the job, and in secondary, vocational, or postsecondary schools. • Job opportunities should be good, as employers are expected to continue to have difficulty finding qualified workers.

  8. More than 6 out of 10 jobs are found in manufacturing industries. • Employment is projected to grow more slowly than average. • Job prospects should be excellent as employers report difficulty finding enough qualified people.

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