R84.98
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (ZAR)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 36.97
MEDIAN
ZAR 84.98
90%
ZAR 161.35
The average hourly pay for an Electrician is R84.98
Hourly Rate
R37 - R161
Bonus
R3k - R35k
Profit Sharing
R120 - R90k
Commission
R0 - R13k
Total Pay
R70k - R398k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Electricians?
What Do Electricians Do?
Electrician Tasks
- Maintain, troubleshoot and repair all power generation and distribution equipment.
- Study and understand electrical schematics.
- Assist in performing and interpreting power calculations, power factor, insulation tests and positive relay tests as required.
- Perform daily inspections and maintenance on electrical equipment.
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Gender Breakdown
Male
92.4%
Female
7.3%
Prefer to self-define
0.3%
This data is based on 741 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
Common Health Benefits
Medical
33%
Dental
9%
Vision
9%
None