Salary for Electrical Drafters

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The primary duties of electrical drafters, ironically, is not drafting. These professionals are expected to create specifications and instructions for the installation of transformers and power lines and other equipment used to relay power from high-voltage lines to consumers. They do, however, create master sketches, working diagrams, and wiring diagrams for these installations. Electrical drafters also must test specifications to ensure compliance with regulations, and to ensure safety. Apprenticeships for this occupation exist, and some college training is generally expected.

A Electrical Drafter earns salaries somewhere between $37,020 - $101,130 based on experience and talent. can receive an average pay level of sixty-five thousand seven hundred and twenty dollars annually.

receive the highest compensation in District of Columbia, where they receive compensation, on average, of close to about $96,230. People in this job function are paid most highly in Utilities, where they receive average wages of $80,460.

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