Electrician Jobs in Newark, NJ

An Electrician in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and equipment. Their duties include reading and interpreting technical blueprints, diagnosing electrical faults, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and repairing or replacing faulty wiring or equipment. They may work in homes, businesses, factories, or construction sites. Electricians are also responsible for testing electrical systems to ensure they are functioning safely and effectively. They may also inspect electrical systems and equipment for any damage, faults, or parts that need repair or replacement.

Important skills for an Electrician include problem-solving, physical stamina, manual dexterity, and the ability to read and follow technical plans. They must also have good knowledge and understanding of electrical safety regulations. Electricians should hold an Electrician's license, and many also have certifications in areas such as electrical code, safety practices, and first aid. Before becoming an Electrician, a person may work as an electrical apprentice, a journeyman electrician, or an electrical technician.

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Principal Duties/Responsibilities: ยท Performs expert level break-fix & preventive maintenance, and/or design of mechanical, and electrical equipment improvements as well as complex systems as the...

McDougall Electric

Senior Electrician Mechanic

McDougall Electric (Glendale, NY) Family-owned Electrical Contracting company seeking Full-Time Electrician Mechanic to help grow the business, working across Residential, Commercial and Industrial...

Electricians Wanted

  • Corona, NY (16 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Corona, NY (16 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Electricians Wanted Minimum 5 years working experience in industry Clean Drivers License OSHA 40 Hours Required Must Have All Hand Tools Fully Documented Full Time Work, Benefits, IRA Investment Please...

Electrician Mechanic

  • East Hanover, NJ (11 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • East Hanover, NJ (11 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

We are a full-service electrical contracting company with 15+ years of residential and commercial. Our company is committed to quality service and we are seeking full-time electrical mechanics to...

Hiring Skilled Commercial Electricians Immediate Start Available!

  • Edison, NJ (19 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Edison, NJ (19 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

What Were Looking For: -Minimum 3+ years of experience in commercial electrical work -Skilled in rough-in, panel installation, conduit bending, lighting, and finish work -Able to work independently...

Maintenance Electrician

  • Paterson, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Paterson, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

50: EE $5.38, EE/Spouse $11.12, EE/Children $9.17, Family $14.91 - 50-59: EE $7.71, EE/Spouse $15.43, EE/Children $11.50, Family $19.22 - 60-64: EE $12.39, EE/Spouse $24.81, EE/Children $16.18,...

Office Manager for Growing Electrical Contractor

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Bulk Electric LLC, a busy and growing electrical contracting company in Brooklyn, is looking for an experienced OFFICE MANAGER with 13 years in a similar role. Youll work directly with the owner...

Electrician

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

, and wiring working on a variety of voltages (AC and DC) and 120v....

Nassau And Suffolk County Master Electrician License

  • Great Neck, NY (24 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Great Neck, NY (24 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

NASSAU AND SUFFOLK COUNTY MASTER ELECTRICIAN LICENSE compensation: OPEN employment type: job title: Master Electrician I have a Electrical License in Nassau and Suffolk County I can become a license...

Electrical Foreman

  • Hoboken, NJ (7 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (7 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Plan and implement electrical systems, ensuring compliance with blueprints and specifications. Oversee the installation of conduits, cables, and electrical equipment....

New Jersey License Electrician

  • Clifton, NJ (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

NEW JERSEY LICENSE ELECTRICIAN (NEW JERSEY) NEW JERSEY LICENSE ELECTRICIAN compensation: open employment type: job title: ELECTRICIAN I have a Electrical License in New Jersey and I can become a license...

Electrician A

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

NYC Electricians license, preferred....

Electrician (Icids Technician - Picatinny Arsenal)

  • Picatinny Arsenal, NJ (23 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Picatinny Arsenal, NJ (23 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Installs, repairs, and removes associated wiring and conduit. Monitors daily system operation and establishes schedules to meet system requirements....

Estimator / Sales Electrical Contractor (Brooklyn, NY Hybrid)

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Growing Brooklyn-based electrical contractor seeks an experienced Estimator/Sales Rep to price and win jobs across NYC. Must have 2+ yrs estimating or sales experience in construction/electrical....

Electrician Instructor / Low Voltage Instructor / Fire and Security Alarm Instructor

  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Facilitate and Deliver Curriculum: Effectively teach the Lincoln Tech accredited course curriculum, ensuring a thorough understanding of electrical systems....

Demographic Data for Newark, NJ

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Newark, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Electricians in Newark, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
Associate's Degree
17.9%
Bachelor's Degree
13.1%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Electricians in Newark, NJ
4-6 years
61.1%
2-4 years
14.1%
8-10 years
10.1%
None
9.9%
6-8 years
4.0%
1-2 years
0.6%
Less than 1 year
0.2%


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