Electricians
Construction and Extraction Occupations- O*NET-SOC code
- 47-2111.00
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.
- Data source: BLSPublished: 2026-08
Moderate· relative
LowFour relative bandsVery highGroup-level value
Scale, basis and source
Four relative bands (Low / Moderate / High / Very high)
831 detailed occupations in the BLS Employment Projections table. Assigned per National Employment Matrix (NEM) code, so occupations sharing a NEM code carry the same band
- Data source: AnthropicPublished: 2026-03
0.000
0.000Range of values carried here0.745Scale, basis and source
Observed exposure index, 0–1 as published
Mapped onto O*NET tasks
Published per SOC 2018 occupation; every O*NET occupation with the same SOC 2018 code carries this value
- Data source: ILOPublished: 2025
0.19
0.09Range of values carried here0.70Group-level value
Scale, basis and source
Generative AI exposure index, 0–1 as published
Published per ISCO-08 unit group. Linked to this occupation, wholly or in part, by applying U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics crosswalks (ISCO-08 to 2010 SOC, 2010 SOC to 2018 SOC) as published
What kind of figure this source publishes
The BLS category is a relative rank, not an absolute level, and it is not a first-hand measurement: it groups an occupation's percentile ranks across several published studies into four bands. It is not an employment or wage forecast, not a probability of adoption, and it does not separate automation from augmentation.
Task-level exposure
Exposed tasks only21 rated tasks · 4 tasks with β ≥ 0.5 (19.0%)
β = direct exposure (E1) + 0.5 × exposure when tools are available (E2), per the source repository's definition.
- Source unit: O*NET 27.2 tasks → O*NET 31.0 occupation code
- All rated tasks are in the O*NET 31.0 task list.
- Source
- OpenAI "GPTs are GPTs" exposure rubric
- Release
- gh-main-0471612
- License
- MIT License, Copyright (c) 2024 OpenAI
| Task (O*NET 20.1) | Claude.aiRaw / share % | APIRaw / share % |
|---|---|---|
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.47-2111.00 | 0.010850.7 | —0 |
Perform business management duties, such as maintaining records or files, preparing reports, or ordering supplies or equipment.47-2111.00 | 0.005224.4 | 0.0019100.0 |
Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.47-2111.00 | 0.00198.9 | —0 |
Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.47-2111.00 | 0.00188.5 | —0 |
Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.47-2111.00 | 0.00167.5 | —0 |
| Not observed on any surface — 16 task(s) — These tasks have no row in the source for this release. The 0 in the share row is a display-stage composition ratio; absence is what the — in the raw row states. | ||
Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools. | —0 | —0 |
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. | —0 | —0 |
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. | —0 | —0 |
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous. | —0 | —0 |
Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. | —0 | —0 |
Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations. | —0 | —0 |
Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes. | —0 | —0 |
Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps. | —0 | —0 |
Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors. | —0 | —0 |
Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures. | —0 | —0 |
Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes. | —0 | —0 |
Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets. | —0 | —0 |
Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects. | —0 | —0 |
Construct or fabricate parts, using hand tools, according to specifications. | —0 | —0 |
Provide preliminary sketches or cost estimates for materials or services. | —0 | —0 |
Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles. | —0 | —0 |
Values in this tab are predicted labels, not observations. Eloundou et al. (2023) published two rating regimes — human raters and GPT-4 — and the β shown here is derived from the GPT-4 rater basis alone; the same task can take a different value under the other regime. The unit and the meaning differ from the observed shares (%) in the other tabs, so do not place them on the same axis.
| Task (O*NET 27.2) | βE1 + 0.5 × E2 |
|---|---|
Perform business management duties, such as maintaining records or files, preparing reports, or ordering supplies or equipment.O*NET Task ID 2885 | 1.0 |
Provide preliminary sketches or cost estimates for materials or services.O*NET Task ID 2892 | 1.0 |
Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.O*NET Task ID 2880 | 0.5 |
Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.O*NET Task ID 2882 | 0.5 |
Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.O*NET Task ID 2873 | 0.0 |
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.O*NET Task ID 2874 | 0.0 |
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.O*NET Task ID 2875 | 0.0 |
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.O*NET Task ID 2876 | 0.0 |
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.O*NET Task ID 2877 | 0.0 |
Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.O*NET Task ID 2878 | 0.0 |
Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.O*NET Task ID 2879 | 0.0 |
Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.O*NET Task ID 2881 | 0.0 |
Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps.O*NET Task ID 2883 | 0.0 |
Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors.O*NET Task ID 2884 | 0.0 |
Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.O*NET Task ID 2886 | 0.0 |
Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.O*NET Task ID 2887 | 0.0 |
Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.O*NET Task ID 2888 | 0.0 |
Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.O*NET Task ID 2890 | 0.0 |
Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects.O*NET Task ID 2891 | 0.0 |
Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles.O*NET Task ID 2893 | 0.0 |
Construct or fabricate parts, using hand tools, according to specifications.O*NET Task ID 20439 | 0.0 |
β = E1 + 0.5 × E2 · E1 = tasks where direct LLM access alone cuts time by at least 50%, E2 = tasks where software built on top of an LLM cuts time by at least 50%. Values take only 0 / 0.5 / 1.0.
Data sources & licenses — O*NET®, Anthropic Economic Index, Eloundou et al. (2023): see full notices on the Credits page
All O*NET 31.0 task statements (21)
All O*NET 31.0 task statements for this occupation (English, as published; task type core or supplemental). Exposure values are not listed here; they are in the table above, next to each task statement as worded in the O*NET version each source used.
| Task (O*NET 31.0) | Type |
|---|---|
| Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools. | Core |
| Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. | Core |
| Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. | Core |
| Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. | Core |
| Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous. | Core |
| Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. | Core |
| Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations. | Core |
| Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. | Core |
| Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures. | Core |
| Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes. | Core |
| Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps. | Core |
| Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors. | Core |
| Perform business management duties, such as maintaining records or files, preparing reports, or ordering supplies or equipment. | Core |
| Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools. | Core |
| Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures. | Core |
| Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes. | Core |
| Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets. | Core |
| Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects. | Core |
| Provide preliminary sketches or cost estimates for materials or services. | Core |
| Construct or fabricate parts, using hand tools, according to specifications. | Core |
| Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles. | Supplemental |
0.33/ 3· Robot exposure index
Scale, basis and source
Each physical task is graded 0–3 by the setting in which robots that have been deployed, sold or demonstrated could do it (0 none · 1 purpose-built robot settings such as a fenced machine cell or a bottling line · 2 structured facilities such as a hospital pharmacy or a container port · 3 unstructured settings such as a private home or a construction site), and the grades are averaged by share of working time
Physical tasks among this occupation's O*NET 29.3 tasks
Anthropic estimated the grades and time shares with Claude Opus 5 using web search, as of 2026.
The robot exposure index is a different measure from the AI exposure figures on this site and cannot be added to or compared with them. It does not measure actual adoption or cost, and 0 also covers occupations with no physical tasks.
Tier of each physical task
Robot environment tiers (E0–E3)
E0 noneDetails
Rated not doable by robots that have been deployed, sold or demonstrated, even in a purpose-built setting
E1 purpose-built robot settingsDetails
Rated doable in a setting built around the machine, such as a fenced machine cell or a bottling line
E2 structured facilitiesDetails
Rated doable in a human work facility that an institution keeps to a working standard, such as a hospital pharmacy or a container port
E3 unstructured settingsDetails
Rated doable in a setting that no institution keeps to a working standard, such as a private home or a construction site
Only tasks classified as physical are listed; other tasks have no tier in the source.
| Task (O*NET 29.3) | Robot environment tier |
|---|---|
| Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools. | E0 none |
| Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. | E0 none |
| Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. | E1 purpose-built robot settings |
| Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. | E0 none |
| Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. | E1 purpose-built robot settings |
| Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps. | E1 purpose-built robot settings |
| Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors. | E1 purpose-built robot settings |
| Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools. | E1 purpose-built robot settings |
| Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures. | E0 none |
| Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes. | E0 none |
| Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets. | E1 purpose-built robot settings |
| Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects. | E1 purpose-built robot settings |
| Construct or fabricate parts, using hand tools, according to specifications. | E1 purpose-built robot settings |
| Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles. | E1 purpose-built robot settings |
Occupation information
Employment outlook (BLS)
- Employment, 2025
- 821K
- Projected employment, 2035
- 897K
- Change (2025–35)
- +9.2%
- Median annual wage, 2025
- $63,190
- Typical education needed for entry
- High school diploma or equivalent
Korea classification links (KSCO)
Links from the current release of the Korea Occupation Direct Crosswalk v1.1, made by AI Changing Work. Relation values are read from the O*NET-SOC occupation side.
| KSCO code | KSCO title | Relation | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76214 | 플랜트 전기 설치원 | This occupation is broader | confirmed |
| 76219 | 그 외 산업 전기 설치원 | This occupation is broader | confirmed |
| 76221 | 건물 내 전기 설치 및 정비원 | This occupation is broader | confirmed |
| 76223 | 조명 기구 설치 및 수리원 | This occupation is broader | confirmed |
| 76224 | 전기제어장치 설치 및 정비원 | This occupation is broader | confirmed |
| 76229 | 그 외 내선 설치 및 정비원 | This occupation is broader | confirmed |
| 76222 | 비상 발전기 설치 및 정비원 | Overlapping, not the same | confirmed |
| 86201 | 건물 전기 및 전자설비 조작원 | Overlapping, not the same | confirmed |
| 86202 | 공장 전기 및 전자설비 조작원 | Overlapping, not the same | confirmed |
| 86209 | 그 외 전기 및 전자설비 조작원 | Related, not a match | confirmed |
Relation and status definitions(kr-direct v1.1)
ILO occupational description
AI Changing Work links the ISCO-08 unit groups below to this occupation by applying the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics crosswalks (2018 SOC to 2010 SOC, 2010 SOC to ISCO-08) as published, without case-by-case selection; each link may be whole or partial.
- ISCO-08 7411Building and Related Electricians
The definition, tasks and examples below are the ILO's description of that unit group, not of this occupation.
Building and related electricians install, maintain and repair electrical wiring systems and related equipment and fixtures.
Tasks
- (a) installing, maintaining and repairing electrical wiring systems and related equipment in various buildings such as schools, hospitals, commercial establishments, residential buildings and other structures;
- (b) examining blueprints, wiring diagrams and specifications to determine sequences and methods of operation;
- (c) planning layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and relevant standards;
- (d) inspecting electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair;
- (e) selecting, cutting and connecting wire and cable to terminals and connectors;
- (f) measuring and laying out installation reference points;
- (g) positioning and installing electrical switchboards;
- (h) testing continuity of circuit.
Example occupations
Building repairs electrician · Electrician
Sources: ILO ISCO-08 — details: Credits
ESCO occupational vocabulary
Each entry below is matched to this occupation in the published ESCO-O*NET Crosswalk (version 1, 2022). The match types are that crosswalk's; the wording is AI Changing Work's.
- electricianESCO 7411.1Same scope
Electricians fit and repair electrical circuits and wiring systems. They also install and maintain electrical equipment and machinery. This work can be performed indoors as well as outdoors, in nearly every type of facility.
- building electricianESCO 7411.1.1This occupation is broader
Building electricians install and maintain electricity cables and other electrical infrastructure in buildings. They make sure installed electrical equipment is isolated and presents no fire hazards. They understand existing situations and make improvements if called for.
- domestic electricianESCO 7411.1.1.1This occupation is broader
Domestic electricians install and maintain electrical infrastructures and domestic machinery in homes and other residential buildings. They perform inspections and repair defective parts to ensure efficiency.
- event electricianESCO 7411.1.3This occupation is broader
Event electricians set up and dismantle temporary, reliable electrical systems to support events. They work in locations without access to the power grid as well as locations with temporary power access. Their work is based on instruction, plans and calculations. They work indoors as well as outdoors. They cooperate closely with technical crew and operators.
- industrial electricianESCO 7411.1.1.2This occupation is broader
Industrial electricians install and maintain electricity cables and other electrical infrastructure in large industrial and commercial buildings. They perform inspections and repair defective parts of electrical systems to ensure efficiency.
Source: European Commission, DG EMPL — ESCO API 2026-08-08 (bridge v1.2.1)
License: CC BY 4.0 (EU Reuse Notice)
ESCO reuse terms and the modification notice are in Credits.
France classification links (ROME)
AI Changing Work's links between this occupation and ROME 4.0 job profiles, judged with AI models. Relations are read from this occupation's side. Links marked “provisional” were adopted on the judgments of two judges from the same model family (Claude) alone, or by an operator rule applied to their judgments, so they rest on weaker evidence than confirmed links.
| ROME code | ROME title (French) | Relation |
|---|---|---|
| F1602 | Electricien / Electricienne du bâtiment | This occupation is broader |
| F1628 | Installateur / Installatrice de bornes de recharges électriques | This occupation is broader |
| I1309 | Electricien / Electricienne de maintenance | This occupation is broader |
Source: France Travail — Répertoire Opérationnel des Métiers et des Emplois (ROME 4.0), version 61, last updated 15 June 2026 (https://www.data.gouv.fr/datasets/repertoire-operationnel-des-metiers-et-des-emplois-rome). Licence Ouverte 2.0.
ROME codes and titles are reproduced unchanged; the links to O*NET-SOC occupations are AI Changing Work's own judgment and are not a France Travail correspondence.
(AI Changing Work link release: fr-direct v1)
Spain classification links (CNO-11)
AI Changing Work's links between this occupation and CNO-11 occupations, judged with AI models. Relations are read from this occupation's side.
| CNO-11 code | CNO-11 title (Spanish) | Relation |
|---|---|---|
| 7510 | Electricistas de la construcción y afines | Same scope |
Source: Instituto Nacional de Estadística (INE), National Classification of Occupations 2011 (CNO-11, Royal Decree 1591/2010) — www.ine.es · Licensed CC BY 4.0. CNO-11 codes and Spanish titles are reproduced unchanged; the links to O*NET occupations are AI Changing Work's own judgment and are not an INE correspondence.
(AI Changing Work link release: es-direct v1)
Germany classification links (KldB)
AI Changing Work's links between this occupation and KldB occupations, judged with AI models. Relations are read from this occupation's side.
| KldB code | KldB title (German) | Relation |
|---|---|---|
| 26212 | Berufe in der Bauelektrik - fachlich ausgerichtete Tätigkeiten | Same scope |
| 26213 | Berufe in der Bauelektrik - komplexe Spezialistentätigkeiten | This occupation is broaderprovisional |
| 26252 | Berufe in der elektrischen Betriebstechnik - fachlich ausgerichtete Tätigkeiten | Related, not a match |
Source: © Statistik der Bundesagentur für Arbeit — Klassifikation der Berufe 2010 – überarbeitete Fassung 2020, https://statistik.arbeitsagentur.de. KldB codes and titles are reproduced unchanged; the links to O*NET occupations are AI Changing Work's own mapping (eigene Zuordnung) and are not a Bundesagentur für Arbeit correspondence.
(AI Changing Work link release: de-direct v1)
Japan classification links (JSCO)
AI Changing Work's links between this occupation and JSCO occupations, judged with AI models. Relations are read from this occupation's side.
| JSCO code | JSCO title (Japanese) | Relation |
|---|---|---|
| 679 | その他の電気工事従事者 | Same scopeprovisional |
Source: Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC), Japan Standard Occupational Classification (Dec. 2009, MIC Notification No. 555). JSCO codes and Japanese titles are reproduced unchanged; the links to O*NET occupations are AI Changing Work's own judgment and are not a MIC correspondence.
(AI Changing Work link release: jp-direct v1)
Sources, licenses and AI Changing Work's modification and translation notices for this page: Credits & sources