US Demand for Skilled Electricians Enters Boom

High-capacity power transmission lines in rural Nebraska, USA. Ryan McGinnis | Moment | Getty Images Demand for electricity to power homes, factories, office buildings, data centers, electric vehicles, utilities and other parts of daily life continues to grow, while the supply of electricians needed to deliver and control electricity continues to fall. This labor market […]

Unlicensed electricians have been fined thousands for dangerous work across New Zealand.

Last month, Graeme Kyle was fined $6,000 in Dannevirke District Court for negligently working without a permit. He left two exposed electrical wires, causing an overload on the sub-circuit, which burned part of the distribution board. Also in June, Han Jong Kim was fined $6000 in the Whangarei District Court for carrying out unlicensed electrical […]

Estimating the value of commercial electricians

June 7, 2024 Discover the value of commercial electricians from CMI Lighting. The role of a commercial electrician is often underappreciated. However, these professionals are the backbone of a well-functioning, safe and efficient electrical system at your commercial property. From routine maintenance to complex installations, commercial electricians ensure your business operations run smoothly and safely. […]

Condoit gets $4.25 million to create better software for electricians

Condoit announced it has closed a seed round led by The Westly Group with participation from Fontinalis Partners, Navitas Capital, C2 Ventures, Studio Management and a strategic investment by leading global wire and cable manufacturer, Southwire. BIRMINGHAM, AL, April 17, 2024 (Newswire.com) – Condoit, the leading platform for digitizing the electrical industry, today announced it […]

Electricians’ wages increase in 2023 (2024 data)

In April of 2024, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that wages for electricians had increased nationwide. Additionally, demand for electricians is expected to increase faster than average as well. This is great news for the industry and anyone interested in becoming an electrician. Updated numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that in […]

Electricians and the growth of the electric car industry

Continued momentum in EV adoption rates in the United States will require robust, reliable charging infrastructure where EV drivers live, work, play, and travel. One industry sector important to the construction and reliability of that network is electricians. But are electricity companies ready to lead the charge? An electrician installs a charging station for electric […]

Saldana’s bill creating new paths for licensed electricians signed into law

OLYMPIA — Oklahoma Gov. Jay Inslee on Friday signed a bill to create additional paths for apprentices to become licensed electricians. SB 5320, sponsored by Sen. Rebecca Saldana (D-Seattle), expands pathways for more people to reach the eligibility threshold for the licensing exam to obtain a 01 electrician license. The bill would allow an apprentice […]