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Electrical and Electronics Drafter

Prepare wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, and layout drawings used for the manufacture, installation, or repair of electrical equipment.

Annual openings

62

Median wage

$79,300

Typical education

High school (GED), plus on-the-job training

Growth 2026–2032

+2%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Typical education

High school (GED), plus on-the-job training

Credential requirement

Credential requirements not reported

Credential detail

Training and certifications in CAD Software, such as AutoCAD is valued by many employers. OSHA 10 certification is valued, though not usually required before you get into the industry.

Work experience

This is an entry-level role so no experience is required.

Employer competency information

  • Lifelong Learning - Renewables is a growing industry. Careers can go many different directions if employees want to learn more.
  • Working with Tools and Technology — The ability to use tools to construct things in a safe manner, mechanical/electrical aptitude, the ability to solve problems, the use of computers, and the ability to read schematics are valuable.
  • Communication and Teamwork — You will be working as part of a team, so good communication and teamwork skills and a positive attitude are important.
  • Working outdoors — Installation work is generally outdoors and involves physical activity, so an interest in working outside is a plus for many of the jobs.
Drafter provides a good entry point into a Renewables career, with opportunities to advance to Photovoltaic Designer, Supervisor and beyond.

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Automation exposure

Low exposure

Tasks here lean on judgement and people skills that are hard to automate.

A typical day

  1. Confer with engineering staff and other personnel to resolve problems.
  2. Study work order requests to determine type of service, such as lighting or power, demanded by installation.
  3. Draft working drawings, wiring diagrams, wiring connection specifications, or cross-sections of underground cables, as required for instructions to installation crew.
  4. Measure factors that affect installation and arrangement of equipment, such as distances to be spanned by wire and cable.
  5. Design electrical systems, such as lighting systems.
  6. Assemble documentation packages and produce drawing sets to be checked by an engineer or an architect.
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