Electrical contractors are firms that undertake the full specific construction job related to the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems. They differ from electricians, who are tradesmen. Contracting firms hire electricians while each holds their insurance and licenses. The required insurance and licenses vary from one state to the other. The industry provides power, lighting, and communications to global communities. Here are the main classifications that apply to the electricity industry workers.
Apprentice
These individuals get classroom instructions and on-the-job training from licensed peers concerning how to install, maintain, repair, and modify when necessary, lighting and power systems. Their programs last from 3 to 5 years, and they get paid through this period.
Journeyman
While undertaking the duties listed above, this class of trainees also learns to read and interpret electrical wiring blueprints using expert tools like the professional electrician scissors, work cable systems, and install as well as maintain wiring controls from drawings. These individuals hold a journeyman license and they supervise apprentices.
Contractors
Their role has been mentioned at the beginning of the article. But they are further classified by the kind of work they offer which includes;
Apprentice
These individuals get classroom instructions and on-the-job training from licensed peers concerning how to install, maintain, repair, and modify when necessary, lighting and power systems. Their programs last from 3 to 5 years, and they get paid through this period.
Journeyman
While undertaking the duties listed above, this class of trainees also learns to read and interpret electrical wiring blueprints using expert tools like the professional electrician scissors, work cable systems, and install as well as maintain wiring controls from drawings. These individuals hold a journeyman license and they supervise apprentices.
Contractors
Their role has been mentioned at the beginning of the article. But they are further classified by the kind of work they offer which includes;
- ‘Line’ or ‘outside’ workers who are in charge of high-voltage power lines that crisscross cities. They ensure that energy generated by power plants safely reaches communities.
- ‘Inside’ personnel who are prime service providers for every cable design, installation, and maintenance of residential, commercial, and institutional buildings, that they offer power to structures.
- VDV (voice/data/video) or IBS (integrated building systems) personnel whose primary work is with low-voltage systems. The systems comprise climate control, efficient lighting, fiber optics, backup power, wireless networks, communications, and many more, while also handling the efficiency and maintenance of the system.