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Electricians Salaries
in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $29.41 – $32.35
Average Annual Pay
Range: $61,173 – $67,290
Salaries for Electricians near New Orleans-Metairie
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$28.44
7.9%Lower than Electricians in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
Alaska, AK
$42.16
36.5%Higher than Electricians in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
Arizona, AZ
$31.06
0.6%Higher than Electricians in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
Arkansas, AR
$26.68
13.6%Lower than Electricians in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
California, CA
$43.30
40.2%Higher than Electricians in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
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
$26.25/hr
Range: $25.00 - $27.50
Annual Rate
$54,596
Range: $51,997 - $57,197
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.88/hr
Range: $29.41 - $32.35
Annual Rate
$64,231
Range: $61,173 - $67,290
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$35.51/hr
Range: $33.82 - $37.20
Annual Rate
$73,866
Range: $70,349 - $77,384
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
