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Electricians Salaries
in Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $28.50 – $31.35
Average Annual Pay
Range: $59,280 – $65,208
Salaries for Electricians near Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford
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Alabama, AL
$28.44
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Alaska, AK
$42.16
40.9%Higher than Electricians in Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
Arizona, AZ
$31.06
3.8%Higher than Electricians in Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
Arkansas, AR
$26.68
10.9%Lower than Electricians in Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
California, CA
$43.30
44.7%Higher than Electricians in Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
How much do Electricians make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$25.44/hr
Range: $24.22 - $26.65
Annual Rate
$52,907
Range: $50,388 - $55,427
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$29.93/hr
Range: $28.50 - $31.35
Annual Rate
$62,244
Range: $59,280 - $65,208
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$34.42/hr
Range: $32.77 - $36.05
Annual Rate
$71,581
Range: $68,172 - $74,989
Electricians job description
Electricians professionals are skilled tradespeople who build, maintain, and repair structures and infrastructure. They work on residential, commercial, and industrial projects using specialized tools and techniques.
- •Read and interpret blueprints and plans
- •Operate tools and equipment safely
- •Install, repair, or construct structures
- •Follow building codes and regulations
- •Maintain a safe work environment
- •Collaborate with other trades
- •Technical trade skills
- •Physical strength and stamina
- •Blueprint reading
- •Safety awareness
- •Problem-solving
- •Hand-eye coordination
- •Trade certification or apprenticeship
- •Valid driver's license
- •OSHA training preferred
- •Ability to work at heights and outdoors
