Typical areas of technology include: lightning arrestors, switchgear, distribution transformers, protective relays, breakers, switches, fuses, cables, Motor Control Centers, motors, Adjustable Speed Drives and electrical safety. Each individual's pay is based on a variety of factors, including their role and the associated pay range for that role, their geographic location (i.e., country, state, metropolitan area), as well as their skills, experience, education and certifications, and performance.