Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 98'061 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 56'121 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 77'085 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 80'148 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 21'000 |
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Swiss professionsElectrical Engineering
Betriebselektriker/in
You ensure the safe operation of electrical systems in companies
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
You maintain, inspect and repair electrical systems in businesses and institutions
Electrical systems are the nervous system of every modern business. As a Betriebselektrikerin or Betriebselektriker, you ensure they work perfectly. You check systems, carry out maintenance and fix faults quickly. Your expertise keeps everyone working safely and securely. With technical understanding and a structured approach, you contribute directly to smooth daily operations and ensure reliable processes.
FieldElectrical Engineering
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryElectrical Installation
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02 · Salary
What you can earn
No verified Swiss salary data is available for this profession yet.
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Betriebselektriker/in.
Salary trend
-21% over decadeView as table
| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2017-2019 | CHF 82'951 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 65'560 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Betriebselektriker/in
Official education path
Entry requires completed initial training as an Elektorinstallateur and an additional internal company exam.
Typical training path
Betriebselektriker/in
Prerequisites
- Elektroinstallateur/-in EFZ
Requirements
- Interest in building technology and infrastructure
- Independent and structured working style
- Strong service mindset
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Technical understanding
- Structured approach
- Teamwork
- Service mindset
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You stand in front of the control cabinet and check the voltage with a measuring device. Then you record the readings and replace any faulty components.
- You maintain and inspect electrical equipment in the company.
- You repair faulty cables and replace old components.
- You carry out inspections according to legal regulations.
- You carefully document all readings and maintenance work in the system.
- You work closely with other departments to ensure smooth processes.
- You ensure daily compliance with all important safety standards.
Working conditions
You work in technical rooms, control cabinets and workshops across various companies. Your area of responsibility often covers entire business premises or institutional buildings.
Strengths
- Technical understanding
- Structured approach
- Teamwork
- Service mindset
Trade-offs
- Physical strain
- Shift work
- High responsibility
- Stressful situations
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