What is a wirer and how to become one

Key steps to become a wirer

1. Explore wirer education requirements

   Most common wirer degrees

   High School Diploma

   40.9 %

   Associate

   20.0 %

   Diploma

   18.3 %

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2. Start to develop specific wirer skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Hand Tools	46.65%
   PCB	16.39%
   Switches	12.48%
   Electrical Components	6.21%
   Test Equipment	3.98%

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3. Complete relevant wirer training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 4-10 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New wirers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a wirer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real wirer resumes.

4. Research wirer duties and responsibilities

   • Remove, analyze, identify issue install properly working pressure transducers, effectively accomplishing priorities to go underway.
   • Fabricate parts, schematics, etc . )
   • Maintain major electrical systems including generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers and other key transmission equipment.
   • Operate engine control systems, electrical generators and electric plant control equipment from local operating stations and switchboards.

5. Apply for wirer jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a wirer job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams