Electrician Resources
Deciding between Union Contractors and Non-union Shops for Your Apprenticeship and Employment
At some point in their career, all electricians face an important question: Should I go with a union or a…
Non-union-Sponsored Apprenticeship Programs through ABC and IEC Member Merit Shops
Starting off as an apprentice offers great benefits to incoming electricians career-wise. That’s because apprenticeships provide you with highly relevant…
What Is an Electrician?
Electricians install and repair the wiring in buildings. It includes electrical systems, such as HVAC, lighting, security, and computer networking….
State-by-State Guide to Journeyman Electrician Exam Requirements
After completing the apprenticeship, you need to pass the journeyman exam to obtain a journeyman license in your jurisdiction. Below,…
How to Join the IBEW Apprenticeship Program
Do you wish to become an electrician? An excellent way to start a career and enter the electrical industry is…
Journeyman Electrician License Requirements
To become a licensed electrician, one follows a specific career path: apprentice–journeyman–master. And on this page, we’ll discuss the second…
Definitions of Electrical Terms You Should Know
As you progress in the electrical trade, you will hear and learn many terms or jargon being tossed around. Getting…
Electrician vs. HVAC Technician, Which Career Is the Right Choice for You?
Two highly sought-after skills trade careers today are electrician and HVAC technician. In this post, we’ll discuss these two careers…
Understanding the Basics of Ohm’s Law
To work as an electrician, you need to have a good understanding of Ohm’s law. With it, you can understand…
Is Electrician a Good Career Choice?
If you just graduated from high school, think of changing your career, or always wanted to become an electrician, you…
