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Occupational Report for Electricians (47-2111) in the Lane region
Occupational Description

Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems. Exclude "Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers" (49-2098).

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Employment Outlook for Electricians
Statewide Employment Analysis 2008 employment is estimated to be much larger than the regional average. This occupation is not expected to grow between 2008 and 2018 in this region. Total job openings are projected to be much higher than the regional average.

Reasonable employment opportunities exist for trained workers largely due to the need to fill replacement job openings.

Regional Employment Analysis 2008 employment is estimated to be much larger than the regional average. Regional employment is expected to decline in this occupation between 2008 and 2018. Total job openings are projected to be much higher than the regional average.
Data Sources and Limitations
Current Employment Department Job Openings for Electricians There are 2 current openings for this occupation in the Lane region. Openings 1 through 2 are listed below.
Job Title Date Posted Location Wage Offered
Part-Time Temporary Electrician - 0600673 7/15/10 Eugene $19.48/hr to $21.19/hr
Low Voltage Technician 7/20/10 Eugene
Job Openings from the Web for Electricians
State of Oregon License Information for Electricians
License License Authority Web Site
Electrician, Limited Residential Apprentice www.boli.state.or.us/
Electrician, Limited Supervisor, Manufacturing Plant (Ps) www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, Manufacturing Plant, Apprentice www.boli.state.or.us/
Electrician, Signmaker Apprentice www.boli.state.or.us/
Electrician, General Journeyman (J) www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, General Journeyman (J) Reciprocal www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, General Journeyman Apprentice (Inside) www.boli.state.or.us/
Electrician, General Supervising (S) Reciprocal www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, Limited Building Maintenance (Bme) www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, Limited Energy Technician Class B (Leb) Appre www.boli.state.or.us/
Electrician, Limited Energy Technician Class A (Lea) Appren www.boli.state.or.us/
Electrician, Limited Energy Technician, Class A (Lea) www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, Limited Energy Technician, Class B (Leb) www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, Limited Journeyman, Manufacturing Plant (Pj) www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, Limited Journeyman, Sign (Sig) www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, Limited Journeyman, Stage (St) www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, Limited Maintenance (Lme) www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, Limited Maintenance Apprentice www.boli.state.or.us/
Electrician, Limited Maintenance Manufactured Structures (Lm www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, Limited Renewable Energy Technician (Lrt) www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Electrician, Limited Residential (Lr) www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html
Wages for Electricians
Region ---------------- 2010 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $18.46 $25.00 $30.48 $35.54 $39.65 $29.79 $61,958
Lane 20.27 24.80 28.84 32.65 35.54 28.15 58,557
Data Sources and Limitations
Regional Employment Projections for Electricians
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2008 2018 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 8,211 8,211 0 0.0% 0 199 199
Lane 695 660 -35 -5.0% 0 16 16

Replacement openings are caused by existing workers permanently leaving their occupation. Many additional job openings occur due to job changes within occupations.
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment for Electricians
Industry
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Ownership 2008
Employment
Total, All Industries All 695
Total, All Industries Private 666
Construction Private 437
Specialty Trade Contractors Private 437
Building Equipment Contractors Private 436
Manufacturing Private 219
Wood Product Manufacturing Private 92
Sawmills and Wood Preservation Private 40
Veneer, Plywood, and Engineered Wood Product Manufacturing Private 52
Paper Manufacturing Private 18
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing Private 11
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing Private 96
Total, All Industries State 13
Educational Services State 11
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools State 11
Total, All Industries Local 15
Educational Requirements for Electricians Workers must have postsecondary training to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with postsecondary training and related work experience have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills for Electricians
  • Apply Alternating Current (Ac) Theory
  • Apply Building Codes
  • Apply Drafting And Mechanical Drawing Knowledge And Techniques
  • Apply Electrical Codes
  • Apply Electrical Principles
  • Apply Fire Suppression Techniques
  • Bend Metal Or Plastic Tubing Or Conduit
  • Complete Safety Reports
  • Coordinate Maintenance Work With Operating Personnel
  • Distinguish Colors
  • Estimate Cost, Time, And Materials Needed For Repairs
  • Fabricate, Inspect And Install Thermocouples
  • Follow Safety Procedures
  • Install And Adjust Electromechanical Control Instruments
  • Install Cameras Or Monitors For Process Control Or Surveillance
  • Install Electrical And Electronic Cable And Wiring
  • Install Electrical Conduit
  • Install Electronic Communication Equipment
  • Install Electronic Meters
  • Install Household Appliances
  • Install Machinery And Equipment
  • Install Measuring And Control Devices
  • Install Metal Or Plastic Tubing Or Conduit
  • Install Monitors For Process Control Or Surveillance
  • Maintain Electrician'S Tools And Equipment
  • Maintain Specialized Manufacturing Equipment
  • Maintain Tools And Equipment Used In Industrial Repair
  • Maneuver Heavy Objects
  • Operate Soldering Equipment
  • Process Records And Maintain Forms And Files
  • Provide Customer Service
  • Read Blueprints And Technical Drawings
  • Read Repair Work Orders
  • Read Schematics And Specifications
  • Read Tape Measure
  • Repair And Maintain Industrial Production And Processing Machinery
  • Splice Electric Or Communications Cable
  • Splice Electric Or Communications Trunk Lines
  • Use Algebra
  • Use Basic Mathematics
  • Use Electrical Test Equipment
  • Use Electronic Test Equipment
  • Use Gauges And Other Measuring Devices To Test Electrical Equipment
  • Use Geometry
  • Use Measuring Devices In Construction Work Such As Transits Or Measuring Tapes
  • Use Metric System
  • Use Soldering Techniques
  • Use Voltmeter And Ohmmeter
  • Work With High Voltage Apparatus
Schools and Training Providers for Electricians The training providers listed below offer programs related to this occupation. This information is updated once per year. Anyone interested in a particular program should check with the training institution regarding its availability. Listing these training providers does not necessarily constitute or imply their endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the State of Oregon.

Springdale Job Corps Center
31224 E Historic Columbia River Hwy
Troutdale, OR 97060
Phone: (503) 695-2245
Programs of Training:
Tongue Point Job Corps Center
37573 Old Highway 30
Astoria, OR 97103
Phone: (503) 325-2131
Programs of Training:
Timber Lake Job Corps Center
59868 E Highway 224
Estacada, OR 97023
Phone: (503) 834-2291
Programs of Training:
Apprenticeship Division
800 NE Oregon Street
Portland, OR 97232
Phone: (971) 673-0761
Programs of Training:
Career Pathway Roadmaps for Electricians These Oregon community colleges have defined career pathway roadmaps to facilitate entry into this occupation:

Lane Community College
Rogue Community College
Tillamook Bay Community College
Related Occupations The scores listed below indicates how closely the skills for Electricians matches the occupation in the list. A score of 100% means the occupations have identical skill sets. A maximum of 10 occupations are displayed below.
Occupation Skill Overlap
Security And Fire Alarm Systems Installers 40%
Electrical Power-Line Installers And Repairers 35%
Telecommunications Equipment Installers And Repairers, Except Line Installers 34%
Electrical And Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, And Relay 33%
Electrical And Electronics Installers And Repairers, Transportation Equipment 33%