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Electricians Salaries
in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $38.41 – $42.25
Average Annual Pay
Range: $79,893 – $87,882
Salaries for Electricians near Santa Cruz-Watsonville
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$28.44
29.5%Lower than Electricians in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Alaska, AK
$42.16
4.5%Higher than Electricians in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Arizona, AZ
$31.06
23.0%Lower than Electricians in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Arkansas, AR
$26.68
33.8%Lower than Electricians in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
California, CA
$43.30
7.4%Higher than Electricians in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
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
$34.28/hr
Range: $32.65 - $35.91
Annual Rate
$71,304
Range: $67,909 - $74,700
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$40.33/hr
Range: $38.41 - $42.25
Annual Rate
$83,887
Range: $79,893 - $87,882
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$46.38/hr
Range: $44.17 - $48.59
Annual Rate
$96,470
Range: $91,877 - $101,064
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
