ZZP Electrician: an independent professional in action

As an experienced electrician, you may have already thought about the benefits of working as a self-employed person. At Valento, we have listed all the information for you so that you can get started in a well-informed way. As a self-employed electrician, you can benefit from several advantages, such as flexibility, being your own boss and the possibility of determining your own hourly rate.

We also offer interesting assignments in both construction and building, allowing you to experience a lot of diversity in your work as a self-employed electrician.

Why should I start working as a self-employed person at Valento?

Valento is an established name in the construction world of Limburg, and are also working hard to conquer the engineering sector as well. In fact, we are in contact with many different construction companies in the province. Our portfolio ranges from small family businesses to large clients. This means that, as a self-employed person, you always have a choice between different types of projects at Valento. Fully in line with your expertise and craftsmanship.

Because of our good reputation, you not only have the choice between many different clients, but you also always have enough work. The busy job market fluctuates from time to time. In this area, you will never be short of work.
Depending on your experience, professionalism and the client, we can give a good zzp rate. We understand that hourly rates in the Randstad are a lot higher. However, this also applies to salaries from paid employment. Relatively speaking, life around the Randstad is simply a lot more expensive. Think of your accommodation, living expenses and activities.

Where will you work?

We are looking for freelancers in electrical engineering for various clients. You will work for a client of your choice. Our large network enables you to choose between small jobs or large projects. Our clients range from South to north Limburg. Plenty of choice to get started with a client that fully meets your wishes and needs!

The operating area in which Valento operates within the Netherlands

What are my duties?

As an electrician at Valento, you have the choice between different types of clients. The activities will differ from each other. As a self-employed electrician, we expect you to be able to perform several of the following tasks independently.

Connecting new cables and creating cable ducts
Electronic work in residential and commercial construction, such as installing installations, connecting machines/devices and switching material
Conducting electronic tests using established protocols
The administrative maintenance of reports
PV systems and panel building
Possible connection of data and telecom
Work with energy meters, transformers, group distributors etc.
Troubleshooting and performing certain inspections
Performing maintenance on various installations (checking, cleaning and repairing if necessary)
Connecting meter boxes

What do I need?

To start as a self-employed electrician, you must have the following:

A VCA-Basic certificate
Liability insurance
Your registration at the Chamber of Commerce with VAT number and accompanying extract
Are you in possession of your own work bus and tools? Then this is an advantage!

What costs do I incur as a self-employed electrician?

Registration KVK
Business bank account
Taxes
Equipment/Tools
Transport
Marketing tools
Insurance
- Disability insurance
- Corporate Liability Insurance
- Legal expenses insurance
Pension
- FOR (Fiscal old age reserve)
- Annuity
- Investing

Would you like a detailed explanation of all the costs? Then check out our page becoming self-employed.

Would you like to become self-employed in the electrical engineering sector? Or are you looking for more information about becoming an independent contractor?

Registering as self-employed

More information about becoming self-employed

electrician working on a suspended ceiling

Most frequently asked questions

The hourly wage for a self-employed electrician in Limburg is between € 25 and € 40. We know from experience that hourly rates are much higher in the Randstad. However, this also applies to salaries from salaried employment. Relatively speaking, living in the Randstad is simply more expensive.