Electrician Jobs in Newport, RI

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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Electrician Instructor

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Join Lincoln Tech as we seek Master and Journeyman Electricians to become Electrician Instructors in our Electrical and Electronic Systems program!...

M Class Electrician

  • Warwick, RI (16 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (16 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Assist in designing and upgrading electrical systems for facility and equipment improvements. Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems, machinery, and facility infrastructure....

Multifamily Electrician Trainee

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 4 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...

Electrician

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 9 days ago

to determine locations of defective parts; Installs a variety of complete electrical systems and equipment such as: series, parallel, and compound circuits for single and multiple phase alternating...

M Class Electrician

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 9 days ago

Assist in designing and upgrading electrical systems for facility and equipment improvements. Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems, machinery, and facility infrastructure....

Journey Electricians

  • Coventry, RI (21 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Coventry, RI (21 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 9 days ago

(AC001349) of Coventry, RI is seeking journey electricians with commercial and residential wiring and fire alarm experience for immediate full-time and part-time employment....

P-44-25, Assistant Electrician - Parks Department

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 11 days ago

Inspects job site upon completion of job to ensure that all tools and equipment are accounted for and that electrical systems are working properly....

WECC Shift Electrician 1st Class (Ball Plant 2) Titleist

  • Dartmouth, MA (17 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Dartmouth, MA (17 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 12 days ago

, and electrical systems....

Electrician

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 14 days ago

Performs investigations to determine and locate defects in electrical systems repair electrical wiring lighting fixtures wiring devices and central equipment control....

Electrician

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 17 days ago

Uses tools such as wire pullers, wire strippers, pipe vise, conduit tools, drills, wrenches and knockout punches Repairs appliances such as stoves, refrigerators, disposals by troubleshooting circuits...

Electrician

  • North Kingstown, RI (10 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 17 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (10 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 17 days ago

Job Scope to Include any or all of the following for Commercial and/or Residential Projects: Running & Pulling Wire Running & Bending Conduit Terminations Installing Lights & Outlets Low Voltage Work...

Electrician 1st Class, Titleist Ball Plant II, WECC Shift

  • North Dartmouth, MA (19 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 18 days ago
  • North Dartmouth, MA (19 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 18 days ago

, and electrical systems....

Master Electrician

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 20 days ago

, wiring and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes Works from ladders, scaffolds, or lifts to install electrical conduit, equipment, fixtures or wiring Installs, inspects and tests electrical...

Electrician

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 21 days ago

The Electrician position is within the Facilities Management Services at the Providence VA Healthcare Center, located in Providence, Rhode Island....

Industrial Electrician II - 1st Shift

  • Cranston, RI (21 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cranston, RI (21 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

Performs preventive maintenance and upgrades to wiring, conduit, and electronic control systems....

Demographic Data for Newport, RI

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Newport, RI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Electricians in Newport, RI 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 Newport, RI
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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