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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for trades people in the United States is $23.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $26.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectTrades PeopleElectricians
CredentialsVaries by trade; often includes certifications or apprenticeshipsLicensed electricians with specific electrical certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, workshops, residential and commercial projectsResidential, commercial, industrial electrical systems
Industry UsageGeneral term for skilled trades across various industriesSpecialized role within the trades focused on electrical work
Search & Comparison IntentBroader term for skilled tradespeopleSpecific to electrical work and licensing

Trades People is a broad term encompassing various skilled trades, including electricians. Electricians are specialized tradespeople with specific electrical certifications and licensing. While all electricians are tradespeople, not all tradespeople are electricians. The term 'Trades People' covers a wide range of professions such as carpenters, plumbers, and electricians, but when searching for electrical services, 'Electricians' is the more precise term.

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Infographic showing various Trades People job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,236 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

General Superintendent - VA

Turner Construction

Ruther Glen, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Turner Construction rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 80 rated construction


Job description

Position Description: Support the Superintendents and Foremen on the various projects; oversee all trade labor hire, transfer and layoff.

Reports to: Deputy Operations Manager, Operations Manager

Essential Duties & Responsibilities*:

  • Coordinate with the Operations Manager for all assignment of Superintendent and Foreman positions.
  • Assign and coordinate all trade field assignments with the needs of various projects.
  • Support Superintendent throughout the duration of the job.
  • Review project schedules with Superintendents/Foreman. Ensure that critical activities and decisions remain on task and that Required On Job (ROJ) dates are provided to the project management team.
  • Document project field issues that impact budget, quality or schedule, and provide to the project management team.
  • Respond to subcontractor requests for field issues that impact budget, quality or schedule.
  • Provide oversight for the Superintendent/Foreman for the development and maintenance of a Resource Allocation Control System (RACS).
  • Provide guidance in implementation of the Project Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program.
  • Identify projects with Self-Perform opportunities and assist in the development of the Self-Perform proposal.
  • Manage Self-Perform performance.
  • Work in concert with Business Unit Safety Director to implement the BU Safety Program.
  • Manage Review of Capabilities, Accomplishments and Progress (ReCAP) progress for field trades people.
  • Maintain a progression/succession plan for all high-potential tradesmen in conjunction with the Operations Manager (OM).
  • Manage training for tradesmen.
  • Support Business Development, Estimating and the Project Executives (PX's) with development of operational plans for all pursuits.
  • Support the Project Executive, Project Superintendent and Project Manager to support development of logistics plans and schedules during pre-construction and early project activities.

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About Turner Construction

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Turner Construction, headquartered in New York, NY, US, is a recognized leader in the construction industry. It was established in 1902 and has since curved its niche as one of the most reputable construction firms. Turner Construction provides a broad range of services like general contracting, construction management, design-build, and consulting. Devoted to environment-friendly building practices, it is considered a pioneer in green building and sustainability efforts. Their top-tier projects include Madison Square Garden, Yankee Stadium, and the United Nations Secretariat Building in New York City. The company's mission is to deliver an exceptional product by relentless commitment to their core principles – teamwork, integrity, commitment, and community.

Industry

Construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1902