10 Highest Paying Jobs in the World Without a Degree

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9. Electrician

Average Salary: $102,300

An electrician installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems for residential, commercial, and industrial structures. In addition to installing wiring and electrical components and testing electrical systems to ensure they operate correctly, they also read blueprints. 

They also identify and fix electrical problems like bad wiring and power disruptions. An electrician is responsible for ensuring electrical systems are reliable, secure, and adhere to building codes. Due to the high demand of their skillset, electricians earn higher than the market average.

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