Electrical Power-Line Installers & Repairers install or repair cables or wires used in electrical power or distribution systems. They may also erect poles and light or heavy-duty transmission towers.
You'll need to be skilled in active listening, monitoring, critical thinking, operation monitoring, troubleshooting, multi limb coordination, near vision, problem sensitivity, and oral comprehension.
TEXAS Annual Wage
Entry - $34,653
Mean - $52,226
Experiences - $61,012
TEXAS Hourly Wage
Entry - $17
Mean - $25
Experiences - $29
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers must understand electrical equipment and electronics. As a result, employers often prefer applicants who have taken courses in electronics at a community college or technical school. Courses usually cover AC and DC electronics, electronic devices, and microcontrollers. It is important for prospects to choose schools that include hands-on training in order to gain practical experience.
While certification is not required, a number of organizations offer it, and it can be useful in getting a job. For example, the Electronics Technicians Association International (ETA International) offers more than 50 certification programs in numerous electronics specialties for various levels of competency. The International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) also offers certification for several levels of competence. The ISCET focuses on a broad range of topics, including basic electronics, electronic systems, and appliance service. To become certified, applicants must meet prerequisites and pass a comprehensive exam.
There are 1,280 annual projected job openings in Texas this year!
