Train

ELECTRICAL

CONSTRUCTION

Electricians install and maintain wiring and lighting systems, inspect electrical components, and identify and repair a variety of electrical problems.

Career Details

Skills

Students in are trained in the following subject areas:

Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures
Ensuring that electrical work follows industry codes
Servicing street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems
Connecting wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components
Following electrical safety

Career Options

Most Electrical graduates go to work for licensed electricians or are self-employed. Electricians install and maintain electrical systems in homes, businesses, and factories, and their work can be both indoors and outdoors. Almost all electricians work full time, which may include evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Before entering the program, students must:

Complete the core curriculum with passing scores on all written and performance tests.
Meet basic academic requirements in math and reading.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Credentials

As a Job Corps student, you will have the opportunity to earn credentials in your training area that may lead to greater employment opportunities, higher wages, and promotions.

Students who complete a center-based program in the Construction training area can earn nationally recognized credentials from organizations such as:

National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)

Students training in union-affiliated programs can earn a certificate of completion that offers apprenticeship opportunities and on-the-job experience from organizations such as: