Electrician vs Plumber
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Pay
Electrician
$80,100 typical, a year
Most Electricians earn $66,600 to $93,600 a year.
From 1,058 postings that list pay
4,828 open jobs now
Plumber
$80,100 typical, a year
Most Plumbers earn $64,500 to $99,800 a year.
From 540 postings that list pay
2,071 open jobs now
Typical pay is about the same for Electricians and Plumbers.
What each one does
Electrician
- Install electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment according to blueprints and codes.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and components to restore functionality.
- Perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment and systems.
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical plans.
- Ensure all work complies with safety regulations and electrical codes.
- Test electrical systems and components to verify safe and proper operation.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Plumber
- Diagnose and repair plumbing issues in residential and commercial systems.
- Install pipes, valves, fittings, and plumbing fixtures according to plans.
- Perform regular inspections and preventive maintenance on plumbing systems.
- Respond to service calls and address plumbing emergencies quickly.
- Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
- Communicate clearly with customers about repairs and service options.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
Electrician
Asked for in both
- Driver's License 3 in 10 postings
- High School Diploma 2 in 10 postings
- Blueprint Reading 1 in 10 postings
More common in Electrician postings
- Electrical Wiring 3 in 10 postings
- Electrical Troubleshooting 3 in 10 postings
- National Electric Code 2 in 10 postings
- Electrical Systems 2 in 10 postings
- Electrical Maintenance 2 in 10 postings
- Electrical Schematics 2 in 10 postings
- Electrical Technician 1 in 10 postings
Plumber
Asked for in both
- Driver's License 5 in 10 postings
- High School Diploma 2 in 10 postings
- Blueprint Reading 2 in 10 postings
More common in Plumber postings
- Plumbing 8 in 10 postings
- Plumbing License 3 in 10 postings
- Driving Record 2 in 10 postings
- Customer Service 2 in 10 postings
- Pipe Cutting 1 in 10 postings
- Fittings 1 in 10 postings
- Preventive Maintenance 1 in 10 postings
Out of each role's current postings.
Open jobs
Electrician
Licensed Journeyman Electrician
Spartanx LLCPay not stated DetroitDriver's LicenseCommissioningNational Electric CodeElectrical WiringOSHA 30-Hour Certification +6Licensed Journeyman Electrician
Spartanx LLCPay not stated DoverDriver's LicenseCommissioningNational Electric CodeElectrical WiringOSHA 30-Hour Certification +6Licensed Journeyman Electrician
Spartanx LLCPay not stated BaltimoreDriver's LicenseCommissioningNational Electric CodeElectrical WiringOSHA 30-Hour Certification +6
Plumber
Journeyman Trenchless Plumber
Yellowstone LocalPay not stated Wisconsin Rapids, WI, USPipe LiningPlumbingCommercial Plumber
Feldkamp Mechanical$40/hr Employer statedCincinnati, OHBoilersBlueprint ReadingPPE UsagePlumbingDriver's License +2
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