Electricians CAN make 100K per year. This is assuming that they are trained (gone through an apprenticeship) or certified (journeyman or Master) in their respective area. I know of quite a few electricians making over 6 figures.
What kind of electrician gets paid the most?
- Electrical technician.
- Maintenance electrician.
- Lineman.
- Electrical foreman.
- Industrial electrician.
- Solar installer.
- Substation technician. National average salary: $69,423 per year.
- Automation technician. National average salary: $77,818 per year.
Why do electricians get paid so little?
There are a few reasons electricians and allied trades have been making less money: The overall economy has brought rising living costs and stagnant wages. With the decline of union membership, construction wages have also dropped.
How can an electrician make a lot of money?
- Take Continuing Education Classes. To maintain your electrician's license, you may be required to take continuing education classes.
- Start Your Own Business.
- Regularly Look for Other Employment Opportunities.
- Ask for a Promotion or Raise.
- Change Specialties.
Is being an electrician hard to learn?
Is it Difficult to Become an Electrician? It takes many years of experience in the trade to gain the knowledge you need to qualify as a master electrician. As the first stage of your career, you will need to spend four to six years as an apprentice to become a fully qualified electrician.
Do you have to be smart to be an electrician?
The average IQ is above normal. Intelligence is required to do electrical installations correctly. Master Electricians do a lot of circuit designs and know the electrical code, so above average intelligence is a must when designing installations.
How long does it take to train as an electrician?
On average, it takes four to five years to become an electrician. Many aspiring electricians get all the training they need through an apprenticeship program.