An electrician is a trained tradesman specializing
An electrician is a trained tradesman specializing in the wiring of residential buildings, electrical transmission lines, mobile machinery, industrial machinery, and other related equipment. Electricians can also be hired to the repair or installation of new electrical equipment or the restoration and maintenance of existing electric infrastructure. Electricians are found in all areas of the world. In the United States there are many accredited electrician colleges and technical schools that provide short and long term training programs for electricians.
Tools Electricians use a variety of tools to perform their jobs. The most common electrician tools include wire strippers, pliers, sockets, extension cords, an assortment of screwdrivers, wrenches, an assortment of hammers, and sometimes soldering gun. These tools are commonly referred to as “the essentials.” There are times when one must use special “specialty tools.” Examples of these specialty tools include: soldering guns, wire strippers with nickel-plated, electrician’s hands, electrical tape, and solder.
Electricians work in a wide range of different types of businesses. There are many different types of buildings that require electrical wiring. For example, an office building or shopping mall requires a lot of wiring that goes from the main entrance of the building to all of the different offices inside the building. In addition, electricians may be called upon to install new transmission lines that are necessary for various businesses. They may also be called upon to repair existing transmission lines that are not being used for any other reason. If you are hiring someone to work for you in an office building and/or retail store, make sure you let them know what type of work they need to do, what qualifications they have, and their ability to perform specific tasks.