Electrician

$98,720 earning potential

Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical power, communications, lighting, and control systems in homes, businesses, and factories.

$98,720
High-end Earners in
Be Pro Be Proud ( Top 10% )
$56,900
median annual wage
$27
median hourly wage
Responsibilities
  • Install and maintain electrical systems to ensure businesses and homes run efficiently
  • Troubleshoot problems and repair wiring or equipment
  • Use different electrical tools to diagnose problems
  • Read blueprints and follow safety and building regulations
  • Perform maintenance and upgrade older systems

Be Pro Be Proud Job Outlook

84,700
Average annual job openings
795,700
Number of jobs by 2030
9%
Expected growth from
2025 to 2030