Electrician
$62,690 earning potential
$62,690
High-end Earners in
North Carolina ( Top 10% )
$49,020
median annual wage
$24
median hourly wage
Responsibilities
- Read blueprints or technical diagrams
- Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems
- Inspect electrical components, such as transformers and circuit breakers
- Identify electrical problems using a variety of testing devices
- Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures using handtools and power tools
- Follow state and local building regulations based on the National Electrical Code
- Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring or equipment
North Carolina Job Outlook
2,628
Average annual job openings
21,935
Number of jobs by 2030
+2%
Expected growth from 2024 to 2030