Building & fixing · Technology & numbers
What does a
electrician do?
Installs and repairs the wiring that brings electricity to homes and factories.
A career guide for curious students · Grades 3–12
A day in the life
Reads wiring plans, fits switches and lights, tests circuits, and fixes faults safely.
Skills to practise
Careful work, safety habits, problem solving.
How to explore this path
Training or an apprenticeship, with a skilled trade path.
Training, qualifications and professional rules vary by country. Check current local requirements with a teacher or careers counsellor.
School subjects & interests
Electrician connects with Physics, Maths. You may enjoy this work if you like hands-on.
TRY A LITTLE OF THIS CAREER
A hands-on activity
With an adult, light a small bulb using a battery and wires.
Ask an adult to help. Follow the safety notes in the activity. Print this activity or save it as a PDF in your chosen language. Downloadable PDF files are in English.
For younger explorers: a simpler explanation
What do they do?
Electricians fit and fix the wires that bring light and power to homes. They work safely and carefully.
What helps?
Being careful, safe, and good at fixing things.
Learning about the path
You can learn by training and working with an expert.
Questions to explore next
- Which part of this work sounds most interesting to me?
- What did I enjoy when I tried the activity?
- What could I ask someone who works in this field?