Electrician
👤 For candidates
🤖 Enhance with AI
- ›Use mobile apps for digital job documentation
- ›Leverage AI-powered testing tools for diagnostics
- ›Access online code updates and safety guidance instantly
📈 Disruption outlook
% risk of significant disruption
🎓 Learn now
📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)
🏢 For employers
🔄 Alternatives
Automate fault finding and report generation on site
Instantly verify work against current electrical codes
Combine electrical and smart system skills in one role
⚡ Recommendation
🔀 Hybrid approachManual tasks resist automation but digital tools boost efficiency and compliance
Microsoft Copilot & M365
Automate job logs and compliance reporting
Track materials and project costs efficiently
Coordinate jobs and share updates with team
Electricians
O*NET 47-2111.00
Job Description
Automation Risk
While some routine and documentation tasks can be automated or augmented by digital tools, the core of the Electrician’s role involves skilled manual work, on-site problem-solving, and safety-critical decisions that resist full automation. AI can assist with diagnostics, planning, and compliance, but most tasks require human presence and expertise.
Task analysis
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in domestic, commercial, and industrial settings.
- Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring and equipment based on job specifications and local codes.
- Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits using testing devices to ensure compatibility and safety.
- Install and service fire alarm systems and renewable energy systems (e.g., solar panels).
- Troubleshoot electrical faults and diagnose issues in wiring and equipment.
- Ensure all work complies with building, safety, and electrical codes.
- Coordinate with team members and communicate progress or issues to supervisors.
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent.
- Train apprentices or less experienced workers in electrical installation and safety procedures.
Occupational Classification
UK Salary Benchmark
Construction of buildings · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings
👤 For Candidates
AI & future-of-work guidance
🤖 Enhance with AI
- ›Use mobile apps for digital job documentation
- ›Leverage AI-powered testing tools for diagnostics
- ›Access online code updates and safety guidance instantly
📈 Disruption outlook
% risk of significant disruption
🎓 Learn now
📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)
🏢 For Employers
Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives
🔄 Alternatives
Automate fault finding and report generation on site
Instantly verify work against current electrical codes
Combine electrical and smart system skills in one role
⚡ Recommendation
🔀 Hybrid approachManual tasks resist automation but digital tools boost efficiency and compliance
Microsoft Copilot & M365
Automate job logs and compliance reporting
Track materials and project costs efficiently
Coordinate jobs and share updates with team
Key Skills
Knowledge Areas
O*NET Competency Skills
Alternative Career Paths
Oversee teams of electricians and manage large-scale electrical projects.
Specialize in installation and maintenance of solar, wind, or other renewable energy systems.
Focus on design, installation, and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems.
Manage building systems and oversee maintenance teams in commercial or industrial settings.
Also Consider
🔥 Hot Technologies
In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)
Work Activities
General work activities from O*NET
- Performing General Physical Activities
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
- Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
- Getting Information
- Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
- Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
- Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
- Handling and Moving Objects
- Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
- Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
- Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems
- Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People
- Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
- Training and Teaching Others
Anthropic Economic Index
Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗
Observed Claude Usage
0%
of conversations
Classic Auto. Risk
15%
Frey & Osborne
Job Zone
3/5
Medium prep
O*NET Median Salary
£44k
US ref. $55k · fx 0.79
Occupational family: Construction and Extraction
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