Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Electrician jobs in Washington, DC

315 electricians employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $82,983 median · 35% above the national median.

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Electrician pay in Washington, DC

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Washington metro. Half of Electricians earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $65,068 $82,983 $104,383
25th$65,068 Median$82,983 75th$104,383 vs US35% above the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Electrician salary guide →

Electrician pay bands in Washington by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Senior Electrician

Typical senior band in Washington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Washington, DC
Typical pay range
$73,025–$100,243
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Electrician

Typical mid level band in Washington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Washington, DC
Typical pay range
$71,780–$94,268
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Lead Electrician

Typical lead band in Washington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Washington, DC
Typical pay range
$78,004–$95,762
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Electrician

Typical staff band in Washington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Washington, DC
Typical pay range
$73,025–$103,230
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Electrician

Typical staff band in Washington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Washington, DC
Typical pay range
$73,025–$103,230
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

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Electrician Career Ladder — Washington Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Washington’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Electrician0–2 yrs$59,747
  2. Mid Electrician2–5 yrs$78,833
  3. Senior Electrician5–8 yrs$99,579
  4. Staff Electrician8–12 yrs$120,325
  5. Lead Electrician12+ yrs$141,071

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Electrician hiring market in Washington

  • NexGen Group
  • TechCorp Solutions
  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises
  • Apex Staffing

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Washington post Electrician jobs

Employers in the Washington metro typically post Electrician roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

Greenhouse apply guide · Lever apply guide · Workday apply guide · Ashby apply guide · iCIMS apply guide

What Washington Employers Actually Ask Electricians

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Electrician in Washington, DC — Common Questions

How much does a Electrician earn in Washington, DC?
Median $82,983/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $65,068–$104,383. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Electrician jobs are there in Washington?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 315 Electrician roles employed in the Washington metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Washington employers use for Electrician?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Electrician jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Electrician openings in Washington and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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