Current Conditions

Your work prospects are rated FAIR because:

	Employement grew at an average rate.
	Hourly wages ($22.30) are close to the average ($18.07), and the rate of wage growth is below average.
	The unemployment rate (6%) is close to the 2004 average (7%).

Work Prospects

How the ratings are determined.

Outlook To 2009

Your work prospects will continue to be FAIR because:

	The employment growth rate will likely be average because of a growing energy sector that should require electrical power line workers and power system electricians.
	The retirement rate will likely be above average and the number of retiring workers should contribute to job openings.
	The number of job seekers will likely match the number of job openings.

Preparing for the Competition

	You'll be competing with recent graduates/unemployed workers.
	You'll need to continuously upgrade your technical and interpersonal skills.