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Electricians Salaries
in Charlottesville, VA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $30.43 – $33.47
Average Annual Pay
Range: $63,294 – $69,624
Salaries for Electricians near Charlottesville
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Alabama, AL
$28.44
11.0%Lower than Electricians in Charlottesville, VA
Alaska, AK
$42.16
32.0%Higher than Electricians in Charlottesville, VA
Arizona, AZ
$31.06
2.8%Lower than Electricians in Charlottesville, VA
Arkansas, AR
$26.68
16.5%Lower than Electricians in Charlottesville, VA
California, CA
$43.30
35.5%Higher than Electricians in Charlottesville, 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
$27.16/hr
Range: $25.87 - $28.45
Annual Rate
$56,490
Range: $53,800 - $59,180
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$31.95/hr
Range: $30.43 - $33.47
Annual Rate
$66,459
Range: $63,294 - $69,624
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$36.74/hr
Range: $34.99 - $38.49
Annual Rate
$76,428
Range: $72,788 - $80,068
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

