Career fit quiz

Is Electrician the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the electrician career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the electrician job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I like working with my hands and solving technical problems
Statement 2 of 8I’m comfortable with math and following detailed diagrams
Statement 3 of 8I respect safety rules, and follow them every time
Statement 4 of 8I don’t mind ladders, crawlspaces and physical work
Statement 5 of 8I’d rather earn while I learn than take on student debt
Statement 6 of 8I can commit to a multi-year apprenticeship
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 4–5 years (paid apprenticeship) training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $63,190 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Electricians install, maintain and repair electrical power, lighting, communications and control systems in homes, businesses and industrial facilities, following the National Electrical Code and strict safety practices.

  • Read blueprints, schematics and electrical plans
  • Install conduit, wiring, panels, breakers, receptacles and fixtures
  • Inspect and test electrical systems with meters and testers
  • Troubleshoot and repair faults in circuits, motors and controls
  • Follow the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes

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