Electrician Jobs in Niles, IL

Electricians play a vital role in the construction industry as they are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in new constructions, renovations, or expansions. Their job typically involves reading and interpreting blueprints, circuit diagrams, and other technical documents, installing electrical apparatus, fixtures, and equipment, running wires and cables, inspecting electrical components for safety and quality control, troubleshooting system failures, and ensuring compliance with state and local building regulations. Electricians also perform routine maintenance to ensure the electrical system is safe and running efficiently.

Important skills for an Electrician include problem-solving, critical thinking, physical stamina and dexterity, and a keen eye for detail. Additionally, they should be familiar with various tools and equipment used in the trade and have a strong understanding of electrical theory, codes, and standards. In terms of certification, most states require electricians to be licensed. This usually involves completing an apprenticeship or technical training program, passing a comprehensive exam, and accumulating a certain number of hours of on-the-job training. Prior to becoming a licensed Electrician, individuals may gain experience and skills in roles such as an Electrician's Helper, an Electrical Apprentice, or a Journeyman Electrician.

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Koenig & Bauer

Technician / Electrician ( Hybrid / Remote )

CST with one-hour Lunch FLSA Status : Non-exempt/Hourly Compensation: $27 - $46 per hour Job Responsibility : The Service Technician–Electrician travels to customer locations to install, maintain, upgrade...

Remote Work

Electrician - 100 Percent Travel Required

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Locating and diagnosing trouble in the electrical system or equipment....

LEAD ELECTRICIAN -Local 399 Union

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The Lead Electrician is responsible for supervising and performing skilled electrical work throughout the hospital, ensuring safe, code-compliant operations of all electrical systems....

Maintenance Electrician 3

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (9 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (9 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 1 day ago

systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment Qualifications Thorough knowledge of the construction, installation, operation, and troubleshooting of sophisticated...

Electrician

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Lead the installation of electrical systems that interconnect our solar array to the grid power of our customer's residential property Ensure work performed by all electricians is of...

Electrician

  • Oak Park, IL (9 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Park, IL (9 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position requirements: -4 plus years' experience. -Pipe Bending skills with knowing the calculations for CLEAN workmanship. -General knowledge of three phase wiring. -Reliable transportation....

Electrician-Facilities Full Time Days

  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Replaces fault switches, plugs and other parts of electrical systems and fixtures. Installs new wiring and equipment....

Electrician

  • Mount Prospect, IL (6 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (6 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 1 day ago

seeking electrician with min 5 yrs in the trade doing installations and maintenance on commercial and industrial systems, including pipe, wire, terminations, panels, switches, boxes and fixtures, as...

Electrician

  • Elmhurst, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Journeyman Electricians for projects located in and around Elmhurst, IL....

Electrician Wanted

  • Glenview, IL (3 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Glenview, IL (3 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Electrician Wanted 3-7 yrs experience required, will train right candidate for position. Trade school preferred Pay based on experience Benefits offered: PTO 401k Paid Holidays...

Maintenance Electrician II - 1St Shift

  • Bloomingdale, IL (15 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (15 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 5 days ago

PERFORMANCE ABILITY Proven ability to Install and repair electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment of a complex nature....

Journeyman Line Electrician EM

  • Naperville, IL (24 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (24 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Installs component parts of the electric utility system including transformers, switch modules, cables, conduits, and other parts....

Journeyman Electrician - Commercial Solar

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (12 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (12 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Conduct testing and troubleshooting to ensure the integrity and safety of electrical systems and components. Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical specifications....

Apprentice electrical

  • Mount Prospect, IL (6 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (6 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Apprentice electrical (Schaumburg) compensation: 20-25 hr Top notch worker with good mechanical aptitude. Reliable transportation Drivers License, tools. Some experience wanted but will train...

Appr Electrician Sect V

  • Forest Park, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Forest Park, IL (11 miles from Niles, IL)
  • 9 days ago

JOB SUMMARY The Apprentice Electrician is a training position to develop the knowledge and skills a Journeyman Electrician will need to perform their job safely and competently....

Demographic Data for Niles, IL

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Niles, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrician positions.

Highest Education Level

Electricians in Niles, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.3%
Bachelor's Degree
18.4%
Associate's Degree
14.8%
Master's Degree
6.8%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Electricians in Niles, IL
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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Electrician position

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