Helpers--Electricians
SOC Code: 47-3013 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Help electricians by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Helpers--Electricians. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $49,379 | $62,046 | $74,734 | $87,402 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $48,256 | $60,674 | $73,070 | $85,488 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $47,590 | $60,070 | $72,530 | $85,010 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $46,426 | $58,802 | $71,178 | $83,554 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $44,013 | $55,390 | $66,789 | $78,166 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $43,368 | $54,891 | $66,435 | $77,958 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $43,638 | $54,413 | $65,187 | $75,962 |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $33,342 | $47,507 | $61,693 | $75,858 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $44,366 | $54,704 | $65,042 | $75,379 |
| Springfield, IL | $33,384 | $46,301 | $59,197 | $72,114 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 3.2 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.1 | |
| Speaking | 3.1 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.0 | |
| Active Learning | 2.9 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 2.9 | |
| Installation | 2.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Building and Construction | 4.0 |
| Mechanical | 3.9 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.9 |
| Design | 3.8 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.8 |
| Administration and Management | 3.7 |
| Education and Training | 3.6 |
| English Language | 3.6 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 70.8% |
| Some college | 13.0% |
| Less than high school | 10.7% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 2.8% |
| Associate's degree | 1.3% |
| Bachelor's degree | 1.3% |
Typical Tasks
- Trace out short circuits in wiring, using test meter.
- Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit, using measuring instruments and hand tools.
- Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment and keep parts and supplies in order.
- Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings, using hand and power tools.
- Perform semi-skilled and unskilled laboring duties related to the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment.
- Disassemble defective electrical equipment, replace defective or worn parts, and reassemble equipment, using hand tools.
- Transport tools, materials, equipment, and supplies to work site by hand, handtruck, or heavy, motorized truck.
- Examine electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation and tighten connections, using hand tools.
Technology Skills
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