Electrician Jobs in West Virginia

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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Multifamily Electrician Trainee

  • Charleston, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 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...

Electrician

  • Shepherdstown, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Shepherdstown, WV
  • 3 days ago

Experience with running conduit, pulling wire, installing light fixtures, and electrical installations is preferred....

Electrician, Heavy Industrial / Plant

  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 5 days ago

Roles & Responsibilities Installing new electrical systems, including conduit, wiring, and electrical components according to blueprints and specifications....

Maintenance Electrician

  • Huntington, WV
  • 8 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 8 days ago

Your Responsibilities: Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Maintenance Electrician will be required to perform repairs and preventive maintenance on all aspects of the Site's equipment including...

Section Electrician

  • Comfort, WV
  • 8 days ago
  • Comfort, WV
  • 8 days ago

Accountabilities: This position will be responsible for the safe and compliant repair and maintenance of underground mining equipment. Diagnose malfunctioning (electrical, mechanical and...

Electrician And Helper

  • Princeton, WV
  • 14 days ago
  • Princeton, WV
  • 14 days ago

ELECTRICIAN AND HELPER (Princeton) Greasy Ridge Road compensation: $18 - $26 employment type: job title: Electrician/Apprentice/Helper/Foreman Night shift renovation at local brand store for 4months...

Industrial Shift Electrician

  • Buckhannon, WV
  • 16 days ago
  • Buckhannon, WV
  • 16 days ago

General knowledge of electrical conduit bending and assembly. General knowledge of single phase and 3 phase electrical systems. Knowledge of the NEC and NFPA70E....

Electrician Level 1 - IV

  • Ravenswood, WV
  • 16 days ago
  • Ravenswood, WV
  • 16 days ago

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Perform Other duties as assigned Guiding and overseeing other apprentices or journeyman electricians....

Electrical Mechanic

  • Harpers Ferry, WV
  • 17 days ago
  • Harpers Ferry, WV
  • 17 days ago

West Virginia Journeymen electrician certification (preferred) Experience with troubleshooting/installation 120V 480V electrical systems PLC and relay logic troubleshooting experience a plus....

Electrician

  • Fayetteville, WV
  • 17 days ago
  • Fayetteville, WV
  • 17 days ago

Need valid WV license (some exceptions). Perform electrical tasks in commercial and residential settings. $22-38 an hour. 7am-5pm, overtime time + 1/2. Insurance options, paid time off, etc.

Journeyman Electrician

  • Shepherdstown, WV
  • 17 days ago
  • Shepherdstown, WV
  • 17 days ago

systems, or other transmission equipment; Working from blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications, locating and diagnosing trouble in the electrical system or equipment, working standard...

Electrician / Journeyman or equivalent OH

  • Weirton, WV
  • 26 days ago
  • Weirton, WV
  • 26 days ago

Full service electrical contractor looking for Journeyman or equivalent electricians that can do start-to-finish Commercial project work in the Steubenville OH area....

Apprentice Electrician

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 30+ days ago

Journeyman Electrician License or Apprentice License applicable to the state where work is located. Competencies: Proficient in electrical installation, maintenance and repair in all settings....

Electrician II

  • Huntington, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 30+ days ago

Must be licensed as journey level electrician by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or must obtain license within one year from date of hire....

Electrician (Off Shift)

  • Rocket Center, WV
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rocket Center, WV
  • 60+ days ago

Preferred Qualifications : Journeyman electrician license with field experience as an electrician. Five years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting....

Demographic Data for West Virginia

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in West Virginia

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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia
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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