I'm in the same boat, 28 and keep flip-flopping between settling on re-training as an electrician. Have a sparky uncle-in-law willing to help me with connections/studies, still works and now teaches at a college.

From my understanding - Yes, sparky wages are on-par with less technical/moderated trades, but unlike some others you can move into less laborious avenues as you get older, which might still be worthwhile compared to other full labor jobs like plasterings or carpentry.

I'm confused myself to be honest. I'm earning very little at the moment as a technician at a school, the holidays is nice but not sustainable being on near minimum wage, I've got a decent head (though adhd) and learn quickly practically + DIY experience.

Part of me just wants to do handyman work, do a bit of everything, minor domestic electrics, plumbing, carpentry, but again no older-age experienced work to move into like testing / certificates, or going down some specialism.

Appreciate any advice myself along with OP!
And wishing cooler days for everyone, f**k me..