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Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay

Role Overview

Inspect, test, repair, or maintain electrical equipment in generating stations, substations, and in-service relays.

Recommended Majors

Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician. Power Plant Technology/Technician. Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General. Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other.

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Salary by State (top paying)

State Median salary
Oregon $126,460
Idaho $122,570
Hawaii $121,000
Colorado $120,320
Massachusetts $119,720
Arizona $118,470
California $117,850
Alaska $117,640
Wisconsin $116,250
North Dakota $116,010
Minnesota $115,260
Rhode Island $114,480
South Dakota $111,680
Washington $109,210
New Jersey $108,750

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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.

Median Annual Salary

$100,940

Projected Growth (10yr)

+5.5%

Avg. annual openings

2.0k

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