Electrician Jobs in Seattle, WA

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 Maintenance

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago

Replaces faulty switches, sockets, and other elements of electrical systems....

Electrician Apprentice

  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 hours ago

Opening for an Electrical Apprentice with at least 1 - 3 years experience. No recruiters.

Industrial Maintenance Electrician - West Point

  • Seattle, WA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 23 hours ago

As an Industrial Maintenance Electrician, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work....

Melt Shop Electrician - NSSEA

  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Motor Controls and Distribution Systems experience Mechanical aptitude, including pneumatics, hydraulics, welding, etc....

Calling all Marine Electricians! with Security Clearance

  • Bremerton, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bremerton, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

We are currently seeking shipboard Electricians/ Electronic Technicians for fleet modernization in the Seattle, WA and Bremerton, WA areas....

Residential Electrician

  • Southworth, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Southworth, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring for an experienced 02 Residential Electrician....

Marine Electrician Associate 1 - Days

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Fabrication and installation of packing tubes, multiple cable transits, collars, conduit, and raceways. Conduit bending. Interior communications and alarms. Ability to reason and find solutions....

WA State Marine Electrician

  • Port Orchard, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 3 days ago

systems/equipment....

Day Rd Electric- $2000 signing bonus Residential Electrician 02

  • Bainbridge Island, WA (9 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bainbridge Island, WA (9 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago

We are hiring for an experienced Residential Electrician....

Immediate To Hire Electrician With Top Wages, Great Benefits

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago

Our team consist of International professional individual, businessmen, electrical engineers and electricians, the ownership has experience of growing a large electrical companies internationally. our...

Marine Electrician Apprentice 1 (Days)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago

Marine Electrician must pull wire/cable, cut electrical cable, use hand tools to connect/disconnect electrical systems. Requires upper body forces up to (50 lbs.), up to (30/hr.)....

Marine Electrician

  • Bremerton, WA (14 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA (14 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Supervises and participates in the installation and/or alteration to electrical systems aboard ships Maintains adequate inventories of electrical spare parts and requisitions replacements as required...

Electrician Journeyman Wk Tm Sea - 90102835 - Seattle

  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago

complete training and attain/retain certifications applicable to assigned job Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems Ability to troubleshoot using schematics and multimeters Knowledge and skill...

Now Hiring Residential Electricians - Mountlake Terrace

  • Mountlake Terrace, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mountlake Terrace, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Were seeking skilled Electricians to troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade residential electrical systems. Apply Now! What We Offer: Full-time, year-round work no on-call or overnight shifts!...

Bridge Electrician

  • Seattle, WA (1 mile from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (1 mile from Seattle, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Run conduit and pull wire for new and existing electrical installations. Review blueprints, electrical schematics, and electrical equipment specifications....

Demographic Data for Seattle, WA

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Seattle, WA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Electricians in Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA
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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