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What is the training like when becoming an Electrician?

I am a high school student looking at becoming an electrician after graduating. I would just like a description of what companies will have you do for your training before starting the job. #technology #electrician

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Todd’s Answer

Owen, there are trade school programs while in high school for specialties such as being an electrician. I would look into that as most are through community college at no cost while still in high school. Looking back, I should have leveraged that more in my youth as it's a great way to save money and start your career early. Community colleges in general should have electrician programs and from there, I would look into an apprenticeship or normal job while pursuing your education. Experience is always best so leverage opportunities that come your way!

Given I'm not an electrician, I can't tell you specific program objectives. However, what I've provided above should put you on a good path after you research which school or college is best for you. Some schools even have partnerships to give electrician students experience with local employers while in school.
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James’s Answer

Hi Owen I admire your choice to be a specialist. With the depth of knowledge you will acquire, you will have the choice of being an independent contract or a corporate staff. Thinking about corporations like a local utility company, or a manufacturing plant, or facility management, I'd imagine the training is less about the trade, but more about the ancillaries. By ancillaries I mean three important things: Background knowledge, hard skills, and soft skills. Background is about the company's history, culture, mission, goals, and organizational structure/functions. Hard skills is about applying what you learned to your everyday work and demonstrate success. Soft skills is about managing relationship and grow your influence. I wish you all the best in your endeavors. Stay safe.
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Alexandra’s Answer

Hi Owen,

I am no electrician but believe I have worked long enough to say that what you do, as a part of your training, will vary by they type of electrician you are and the company that you work for.

Different organizations will have different onboarding processes for their employees. These processes can vary by the following:
1. The number of employees - Larger companies will have had more experience, more resources, and more assets to pull together a really nice onboarding experience for new employees.
2. The size of the organization - If we consider a newer organization that may be at the beginning stages of its life, this organization may higher more experienced professionals or professionals who are self starters because they are looking for someone who knows what to do with limited supervision.

My advice would be to look for some electrician roles within organizations in your area, that you'd be interested in, and see if you can find information on this. Often, if you reach out to an organizations HR department, someone may be able to provide this information.
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