Install, maintain, inspect and repair electrical systems in commercial buildings. These are any buildings that are not used as residences, so they are generally larger than the buildings in which residential electricians work. An exception is a large apartment building, which may be considered commercial rather than residential. Some of the duties of these electricians are:
Installing wiring and electrical components, like switches and lights Maintaining electrical systems Inspecting electrical systems to be sure they work, are safe and are up to code Diagnosing and fixing problems in wiring or electrical components Reading and using technical drawings Planning electrical systems for new construction Using and following state, local and national guidelines for wiring and electrical systems Leading teams of electricians.
With bigger systems, in large buildings like shopping malls, office buildings, restaurants, government buildings and high rises. Many aspects of the jobcan become more complex it takes patience, experience and the right tools to complete the job and training are similar to those of residential electricians, but there are also some important differences to consider when choosing your future electrical career.
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