Electrician Jobs in New Jersey

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...

Electrician - Comprehensive Benefits

  • Camden, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Camden, NJ
  • 16 days ago

What You'll Be Doing Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment. Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues efficiently....

Electrician (Icids Technician Picatinny Arsenal)

  • Wharton, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Wharton, NJ
  • 4 hours ago

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

Electrician

  • Long Valley, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Valley, NJ
  • 1 day ago

un Electrician (Chester) compensation: Based on experience employment type: job title: Electrician Residential electrical company looking for lead mechanics with 7+ years of experience....

Electrical Foreman

  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 1 day ago

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

Electricians Apprentice

  • Swedesboro, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Overview Job Summary Centerline is seeking an Electrician's Apprentice to work alongside a Master Electrician for an immediate start!...

New Jersey License Electrician

  • Clifton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Clifton, NJ
  • 1 day 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 (Icids Technician - Picatinny Arsenal)

  • Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
  • 1 day ago

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

Maintenance Electrician

  • Totowa, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Totowa, NJ
  • 2 days 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,...

Multifamily Electrician Trainee

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

**Responsibilities** + Assist in the installation of electrical systems that interconnect the solar array to the grid power of our customer's residential property + Assist with solar battery installations...

Licensed Electrician Needed

  • Newark, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 3 days ago

un Licensed Electrician Needed 146 Mt near Prospect Ave compensation: Cash App- Zelle I am seeking a Licensed electrician with expertise in fire safety after a fire incident....

Maintenance Electrician

  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

electrical systems, wiring and equipment remain functional....

Per Diem Electrician (Day)

  • Newark, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Ability to analyze problems involving electrical installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair work, and develop effective work methods....

Per Diem Electrician (Night)

  • Newark, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Ability to analyze problems involving electrical installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair work, and develop effective work methods....

Warehouse Maintenance Electrician

  • Delran, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Delran, NJ
  • 3 days ago

This position will install and repair electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment by using a wide range of tools and instruments including...

Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMaintenanceAndInstallation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Electricians in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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