The Future of the Electrical Trade Survey

Demographics

How long have you worked in the electrical trade?

0-5 Years 6-20 Years More than 20 Years

Demographics

What is your age range?

Demographics

What is your gender?

Male Female Prefer not to say

Demographics

Which of the following best describes your current role?

Apprentice Journeyman electrician Master electrician Electrical contractor / business owner Foreman / supervisor Project manager Other (please specify)

Demographics

What type of electrical work do you primarily do?

Residential Commercial Industrial Utility / infrastructure Renewable energy (solar, wind, battery systems) EV charging infrastructure Mixed / multiple types of work

Demographics

Which best describes your employment situation?

Employed by an electrical contractor Self-employed / independent contractor Work for a large company or corporation Work for a government or public entity Other

Demographics

How many electricians work at your company?

Just me (solo business) 2–10 employees 11–50 employees 51–200 employees 200+ employees Not sure

Demographics

If applicable, how many electricians work directly under your supervision (if any)?

Demographics

Are you affiliated with a union?

Yes No Prefer not to say

Demographics

In which region of the United States do you primarily work?

Industry Outlook & Workforce

How optimistic are you about the future of the electrical trade over the next 10 years?

Very optimistic Somewhat optimistic Neutral Somewhat pessimistic Very pessimistic

Industry Outlook & Workforce

What are the biggest challenges facing electricians today? (Select top 3)

Industry Outlook & Workforce

What do you believe are the biggest benefits of joining the electrical trade? (Select top 3)

Career earning potential Job stability and demand Ability to work with your hands Opportunities for career advancement Independence Variety of work and job environments Paid apprenticeships/earn while you learn Flexibility and work-life balance Other (please specify)

Industry Outlook & Workforce

What do you think is the biggest barrier to people entering the trade?

Stigma around trades vs. college Not enough awareness Apprenticeship access Physical demands Cost of training Other (please specify)

Industry Outlook & Workforce

Would you recommend becoming an electrician today?

Industry Outlook & Workforce

What would encourage more electricians to enter or stay in the trade in the next 5 years? (Select top 2)

Better pay and benefits More respect for the trade from society Access to better tools & equipment More manageable workloads/support Improved safety standards Access to continuing education opportunities and educational support Other

Industry Outlook & Workforce

What skills will electricians need most in the future? (Select top 2)

Technical troubleshooting Technology integration EV/Renewable energy knowledge Project management Business skills Communication/customer service Other (please specify)

Industry Outlook & Workforce

Which of the following will have the greatest impact on the electrical trade in the next 10 years?

EV infrastructure Grid modernization Renewable integration Automation/AI Workforce shortages Code & regulation changes Other (please specify)

Industry Outlook & Workforce

Over the next 5 years, do you expect demand for electricians to:

Increase significantly Increase somewhat Stay about the same Decrease somewhat Decrease significantly

Pride & Culture of the Trade

How proud are you to be an electrician?

Extremely proud Very proud Somewhat proud Not very proud

Pride & Culture of the Trade

What aspect of the job do you most enjoy? (Select top 3)

Solving complex problems Building something tangible Helping power communities Financial stability Independence of the trade Mentoring younger electricians Working with new technologies Other (please specify)

Pride & Culture of the Trade

What is something you wish people knew about being an electrician or what it takes to become one?

Technology & Innovation

Which technologies are having the biggest impact on electricians today? (Select up to 3)

Smart home technology EV charging infrastructure Renewable energy systems Battery storage Automation/industrial controls Digital tools/apps AI-enabled tools or software

Technology & Innovation

Do you feel training keeps pace with new technology entering the field?

Yes No Somewhat

Technology & Innovation

How confident do you feel keeping up with new electrical technologies?

Technology & Innovation

What new technology or electrical trend do you believe electricians need to understand most in the next 5 years?

Technology & Innovation

How do you stay current with code changes and new techniques? (Select all that apply)

Tools, Efficiency & Product Innovation

What type of product innovation would you find most valuable in your work?

Lever connectors that simplify installation time Mechanized conduit benders that reduce physical effort or improve accuracy Test and measurement tools that combine multiple functions in one device Fish tapes that are easier and faster to rewind Other (please specify)

Tools, Efficiency & Product Innovation

What factors most influence your choice of wire connector (twist-on, lever, push-in)? (Click to rank all 7 from most to least important)

Click each option in order of importance. Click again to deselect.

Familiarity/Habit

Speed of installation

Reliability of the connection

Ease of use

Price

Brand trust

Availability on the jobsite

Tools, Efficiency & Product Innovation

Compared to a year ago, how has your use of lever connectors changed?

I use them much more often I use them somewhat more often My usage has stayed about the same I use them less often I don't use lever connectors

Tools, Efficiency & Product Innovation

What is one tool or product improvement that would make your job significantly easier?

Safety & Jobsite Reality

What safety risks concern you the most on the job? (Click to rank your top 3)

Click your top 3 concerns in order of priority. Click again to deselect.

Electrical hazards

Working at heights

Fatigue/long hours

Inadequate training

Jobsite conditions

Time pressure

Unreliable tools

Economic Pressures

Which costs have increased the most over the past three years?

Economic Pressures

How satisfied are you with your current earnings as an electrician?

Very satisfied Somewhat satisfied Neutral Somewhat dissatisfied Very dissatisfied

Economic Pressures

Do you believe electricians are fairly compensated for the work they perform?

Yes No Unsure

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The Future of the Electrical Trade

Welcome

How long have you worked in the electrical trade?

What is your age range?

What is your gender?

Which of the following best describes your current role?

What type of electrical work do you primarily do?

Which best describes your employment situation?

How many electricians work at your company?

If applicable, how many electricians work directly under your supervision (if any)?

Are you affiliated with a union?

In which region of the United States do you primarily work?

How optimistic are you about the future of the electrical trade over the next 10 years?

What are the biggest challenges facing electricians today? (Select top 3)

What do you believe are the biggest benefits of joining the electrical trade? (Select top 3)

What do you think is the biggest barrier to people entering the trade?

Would you recommend becoming an electrician today?

What would encourage more electricians to enter or stay in the trade in the next 5 years? (Select top 2)

What skills will electricians need most in the future? (Select top 2)

Which of the following will have the greatest impact on the electrical trade in the next 10 years?

Over the next 5 years, do you expect demand for electricians to:

How proud are you to be an electrician?

What aspect of the job do you most enjoy? (Select top 3)

What is something you wish people knew about being an electrician or what it takes to become one?

Which technologies are having the biggest impact on electricians today? (Select up to 3)

Do you feel training keeps pace with new technology entering the field?

How confident do you feel keeping up with new electrical technologies?

What new technology or electrical trend do you believe electricians need to understand most in the next 5 years?

How do you stay current with code changes and new techniques? (Select all that apply)

What type of product innovation would you find most valuable in your work?

What factors most influence your choice of wire connector (twist-on, lever, push-in)? (Click to rank all 7 from most to least important)

Compared to a year ago, how has your use of lever connectors changed?

What is one tool or product improvement that would make your job significantly easier?

What safety risks concern you the most on the job? (Click to rank your top 3)

Which costs have increased the most over the past three years?

How satisfied are you with your current earnings as an electrician?

Do you believe electricians are fairly compensated for the work they perform?

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