Reasons to Become an Electrician

According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, employment of electricians is projected to grow 9 percent from 2016 to 2026. Increases in construction spending and growing demand for alternative energy sources will drive demand for electricians. Many people choose to become an electrician because of the training, the pay and the benefits.

Apprenticeship Program

The path to becoming an electrician is through an apprenticeship program. After graduating high school or obtaining a GED, the apprenticeship program will have you working on actual job sites while learning the skills needed to become an electrician. Most times, the contractor your work for will pay for the apprenticeship program, eliminating thousands of dollars in student loan debt.

Great Pay

In the state of Michigan, the mean annual wage for electricians in 2016 was $56,600. Of course, this number can be increased with specialized training. After beginning your career as an electrician, promotions can include electrical engineer, cost estimator, electrical design engineer, and even master electrician. Master electricians can make $100,000 or more per year.

Working as an electrician is a great career choice. At Lee Industrial Contracting, we have a growing electrical department complete with master electricians who can provide services ranging from routine plant maintenance all the way up to major electrical renovations. We currently have several job openings in our Electrical Department. Check out our careers page, and apply today to join our growing electrical department.