Help electricians by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
Helpers--Electricians
SOC: 47-3013 O*NET: 47-3013.00
Median Salary
$39,890
per year
Job Growth
📉 0.2%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
6.8
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Help electricians by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
What does a Helpers--Electricians do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$31,200
10th percentile
Early Career
$36,400
25th percentile
Median
$39,890
50th percentile
Experienced
$47,520
75th percentile
Top Earners
$56,770
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$31,200
25th
$36,400
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$39,890
Mean: $42,900
75th
$47,520
90th
$56,770
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $25,570 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $36,400 and $47,520
- •Salary spread is 27.9% around the median, showing moderate variation
- •Total national employment: 64,440 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:66,600
Top Industries
Construction92.3%
Specialty Trade Contractors88.9%
Building Equipment Contractors88.1%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+0.2%
Annual Openings:6,800
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)66,600
Current
2034 (Projected)66,700
+0.2%
+100
Employment Change
+0.2%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Helpers--Electricians professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 48 locations
Texas
8,170 jobs$45,8801.41x
Florida
7,400 jobs$37,5901.80x
North Carolina
6,460 jobs$38,2703.15x
New York
3,690 jobs$49,4100.93x
Georgia
3,380 jobs$37,3001.66x
Virginia
3,140 jobs$38,7801.85x
Louisiana
2,900 jobs$39,0503.63x
Tennessee
2,570 jobs$38,7201.88x
Alabama
2,220 jobs$35,8602.54x
New Jersey
2,170 jobs$39,0701.22x
South Carolina
1,880 jobs$38,0501.98x
Oklahoma
1,840 jobs$44,1702.60x
California
1,790 jobs$47,5400.24x
Pennsylvania
1,550 jobs$39,4900.62x
Maryland
1,320 jobs$45,4601.15x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
Standard growth expectations for this occupation
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Active Listening
100%
#2
Building and Construction
100%
#3
Manual Dexterity
100%
#4
Mechanical
94%
#5
Near Vision
92%
#6
Critical Thinking
90%
#7
Public Safety and Security
86%
#8
Finger Dexterity
82%
#9
Speaking
80%
#10
Design
80%
Skills Overview
Active Listening
advanced5.0
100%
Building and Construction
advanced5.0
100%
Manual Dexterity
advanced5.0
100%
Mechanical
advanced4.7
94%
Near Vision
advanced4.6
92%
Critical Thinking
advanced4.5
90%
Public Safety and Security
intermediate4.3
86%
Finger Dexterity
intermediate4.1
82%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Active Listening
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Building and Construction
advancedImportance100%
knowledge
5.0/5.0
Manual Dexterity
advancedImportance100%
abilities
5.0/5.0
Mechanical
advancedImportance94%
knowledge
4.7/5.0
Near Vision
advancedImportance92%
abilities
4.6/5.0
Critical Thinking
advancedImportance90%
abilities
4.5/5.0
Public Safety and Security
intermediateImportance86%
knowledge
4.3/5.0
Finger Dexterity
intermediateImportance82%
abilities
4.1/5.0
Speaking
intermediateImportance80%
skills
4.0/5.0
Design
intermediateImportance80%
knowledge
4.0/5.0
Customer and Personal Service
intermediateImportance74%
knowledge
3.7/5.0
Arm-Hand Steadiness
intermediateImportance74%
abilities
3.7/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers60%
5 shared skills
Watch and Clock Repairers60%
5 shared skills
Fishing and Hunting Workers57%
4 shared skills
Pipelayers56%
5 shared skills
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians55%
5 shared skills
Quality Control Systems Managers55%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Building and Construction
- ✓Mechanical
- ✓Public Safety and Security
Learn on the Job:
- →Troubleshooting
- →Administration and Management
- →Education and Training
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Building and Construction
- ✓Mechanical
- ✓Public Safety and Security
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Active Listening
- ★Speaking
- ★Building and Construction
- ★Mechanical
- ★Public Safety and Security
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Helpers--Electricians
Technology Intensity
Medium
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires intermediate digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Office productivity softwareIndustry-specific applicationsBasic data entry and managementDigital communication tools
🔥
Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
Microsoft Office software
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Excel
🔥 Hot TechTechnology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
Microsoft Office software
Microsoft Excel
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🌤️
Location
MOSTLY OUTDOOR
💪
Physical Demand
MODERATE
👥
Team Orientation
MOSTLY TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
FREQUENT
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in mostly outdoor environments?
- •Can you meet moderate physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy mostly team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What are the key tasks?
Tasks & Responsibilities
21
Core Tasks
8
Daily Tasks
20
Work Activities
0
Emerging Tasks
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General Responsibilities (18)Documentation & Record-Keeping (1)Operations & Execution (2)
1
Trace out short circuits in wiring, using test meter.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities100% perform100%
2
Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit, using measuring instruments and hand tools.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities97% perform98%
3
Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment and keep parts and supplies in order.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping94% perform96%
4
Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings, using hand and power tools.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities91% perform94%
5
Perform semi-skilled and unskilled laboring duties related to the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Operations & Execution88% perform92%
6
Disassemble defective electrical equipment, replace defective or worn parts, and reassemble equipment, using hand tools.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities85% perform90%
7
Transport tools, materials, equipment, and supplies to work site by hand, handtruck, or heavy, motorized truck.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities82% perform88%
8
Examine electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation and tighten connections, using hand tools.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities79% perform86%
9
Strip insulation from wire ends, using wire stripping pliers, and attach wires to terminals for subsequent soldering.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities76% perform84%
10
Thread conduit ends, connect couplings, and fabricate and secure conduit support brackets, using hand tools.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities73% perform82%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on general responsibilities activities
- •33% of tasks are performed by most workers in this occupation
- •Career advancement brings increased leadership and strategic responsibilities
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Helpers--Electricians
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Helpers--Electricians professionals typically have a RCI Holland code and highly value support
RRealistic
CConventional
IInvestigative
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Helpers--Electricians
Attention to Detail
Very ImportantAttention to Detail
Importance Level4.42
Dependability
Very ImportantDependability
Importance Level4.32
Achievement/Effort
Very ImportantAchievement/Effort
Importance Level4.02
Integrity
Very ImportantIntegrity
Importance Level4.00
Cooperation
ImportantCooperation
Importance Level3.95
Stress Tolerance
ImportantStress Tolerance
Importance Level3.92
Complete Work Styles Profile
Attention to Detail
4.4
Dependability
4.3
Achievement/Effort
4.0
Integrity
4.0
Cooperation
4.0
Stress Tolerance
3.9
Initiative
3.9
Persistence
3.8
Analytical Thinking
3.7
Self-Control
3.7
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical duration: High school diploma or GED
Preparation Level
Job Zone 2
Some Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:High school diploma or equivalent
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Training:
Training of a few months to a year
💼 Experience Requirement
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience
- • Vocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)
- • Industry certifications helpful
2
Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experienceVocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)Industry certifications helpful
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Elizabethtown, KY
556 program completions/year
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Chicago, IL
535 program completions/year
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Bowling Green, KY
494 program completions/year
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