Helpers--Electricians

SOC code 47-3013 · O*NET-SOC 47-3013.00 · Little to some preparation needed · Skilled trades

Helpers--Electricians pay

U.S. national figures, May 2025 BLS survey · How we got this number

Median pay

$42,670

a year

Hourly

$20.51

per hour

10th$33,020Median$42,67090th$58,340

The solid band is the middle 50% of workers; the bar spans the 10th to 90th percentile.

Average pay

$44,080

$21.19 per hour

Middle 50%

$36,830 – $48,470

25th to 75th percentile

Full spread

$33,020 – $58,340

10th to 90th percentile

People employed

63,630

nationwide

National U.S. figure, May 2025. Local pay can be higher or lower.

10th percentile: $33,020; $15.88/hr
25th percentile: $36,830; $17.71/hr
Median percentile: $42,670; $20.51/hr
75th percentile: $48,470; $23.30/hr
90th percentile: $58,340; $28.05/hr

What does a helpers--electrician do?

Help electricians by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.

The tasks that matter most day to day

Strip insulation from wire ends, using wire stripping pliers, and attach wires to terminals for subsequent soldering.
Trace out short circuits in wiring, using test meter.
Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit, using measuring instruments and hand tools.
Examine electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation and tighten connections, using hand tools.
Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment and keep parts and supplies in order.
Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings, using hand and power tools.
Clean work area and wash parts.
Perform semi-skilled and unskilled laboring duties related to the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment.

How to become a helpers--electrician

Most people in this role hold high school diploma or the equivalent (such as a ged) — 71% of workers surveyed reported it as their level of education.

Preparation level: zone 2 — Little to some preparation needed

Education: Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.
Experience: Some occupations may need little or no previous experience; others require several months to a year of experience. For example, landscaping and groundskeeping workers might require very little training or previous experience, while agricultural equipment operators can benefit from on-the job training.
Training: Ranges from a few days to one year of on-the-job training.

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Education reported by people doing this job

High School Diploma or the equivalent (such as a GED)71%
Post-Secondary Certificate13%
Less than a High School Diploma11%
Some College Courses3%

Common questions

How much does a helpers--electrician earn?

The national median is $42,670 a year. The full range runs from $33,020 at the 10th percentile to $58,340 at the 90th — entry pay sits closer to the lower figure, and experience, licensing and specialisation move you up the range.

Can you become a helpers--electrician without a degree?

Yes — this occupation sits in preparation zone 2, meaning the typical entry route is usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not. A four-year degree is not the standard requirement, though licensing or certification may still apply.

Skills and knowledge you need

Core skills

Active Listening3.3/5
Speaking3.1/5
Critical Thinking3.1/5
Active Learning2.9/5

Knowledge areas

Building and Construction4.0/5
Mechanical3.9/5
Public Safety and Security3.9/5
Design3.8/5
Customer and Personal Service3.8/5
Administration and Management3.7/5
Education and Training3.6/5
English Language3.6/5

Transferable strengths: Coordination, Troubleshooting, Quality Control Analysis, Judgment and Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving, Installation.