Installation and Maintenance Electricians
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STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
CAREERMASH (EN)FROM CONSTRUCTION & TRADES →
Installation and Maintenance Electricians
Installation and maintenance electricians are vital to ensuring the functionality and safety of electrical systems in homes, businesses, and industries across the UK. Their expertise not only powers our daily lives but also contributes to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions, making them essential players in the global push for greener technologies.
This job holds up well against AI
AI cannot yet do much of what this job actually involves, and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior ElectricianAs a junior electrician, you will assist experienced electricians in various tasks, gaining hands-on experience and learning the trade.£25,000 - £30,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level ElectricianIn this role, you will take on more complex tasks, manage projects, and mentor junior electricians while ensuring compliance with regulations.£35,000 - £45,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior ElectricianAs a senior electrician, you will lead projects, oversee teams, and be responsible for high-level decision-making regarding electrical installations and maintenance.£50,000+
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is an apprenticeship route into this career. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.