Electrician Jobs in Merrimack, NH

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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Industrial Electrician

  • Billerica, MA (24 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Billerica, MA (24 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 9 hours ago

**Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High School Diploma. + Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working as an industrial electrician in heavy industrial facilities. + Journeyman electrician **Why...

Electrical Apprentice

  • Billerica, MA (24 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Billerica, MA (24 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 9 hours ago

of experience as an Electrical Apprentice.** + Proficiency in conduit bending, cable trays, pulling wire, terminating devices, and panel installations....

Journeyman Electrician and Experienced Apprentice Needed

  • Hooksett, NH (15 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hooksett, NH (15 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 1 day ago

Experience working with residential and commercial electrical systems. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication....

Maine & New Hampshire Licensed Residential Electrician

  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview: As an Electrician, you'll play a vital role in our team, overseeing electrical systems in residential settings....

Electrical Maintenance Technician

  • Haverhill, MA (23 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Haverhill, MA (23 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 1 day ago

Circa 44,000 depending on skills and experience + company van Full time, permanent, 37 hours Working Pattern is Monday to Thursday. Regional travel : Covering Saffron Walden, Haverhill, Witham and...

Journeyman & Apprentice Electricians Urgently Needed!

  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for commited, driven, and hard working journeymen and apprentice electricians. Two years field experience and a valid NH electricial card required. Weekly pay and bonuses available....

Electricians wanted Licensed Electrician wanted

  • Windham, NH (11 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Windham, NH (11 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 4 days ago

Small Residential Electrical company in southern NH looking for a Licensed Electrician to join our team....

Electrician- New Hampshire

  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 5 days ago

Licensed electrician needed but will consider an experienced apprentice....

Electrician

  • Andover, MA (22 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Andover, MA (22 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 9 days ago

Phillips Academy seeks a full time Electrician in the Office of Physical Plant to plan and perform preventative and corrective maintenance on facilities electrical system and equipment....

Electrical Technician

  • Littleton, MA (21 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Littleton, MA (21 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 10 days ago

Youll be required to understand how to read and interpret blueprints, to test and troubleshoot electrical assemblies in their internal application....

Immediate Need For Electricians; Seeking Journeyman And Apprentices

  • Fitchburg, MA (23 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Fitchburg, MA (23 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 10 days ago

un *IMMEDIATE NEED FOR ELECTRICIANS; SEEKING JOURNEYMAN AND APPRENTICES* compensation: Depends on experience employment type: job title: Electrician We are seeking Journeymen and Apprentices to work...

Electrician - 2nd shift

  • Andover, MA (22 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Andover, MA (22 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 10 days ago

Working with limited supervision, classification consists of, but is not limited to, installation, removal, relocation and modification of circuits, feeders, rough wiring up to applicable fire alarm...

Master Electrician

  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Manchester, NH (9 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 13 days ago

Lead and mentor a team of 2-3 apprentice electricians Qualifications: Master Electrician license/certification Journeyman license required 4+ years of Licensed Electrician experience (required) 1+ year...

MA licensed Journeyman Electrician

  • Fitchburg, MA (23 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Fitchburg, MA (23 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 15 days ago

MA licensed Journeyman Electrician compensation: $55/hr employment type: job title: MA licensed Journeyman Electrician MA Licensed Journeyman Electrician's needed for a ground mount solar project starting...

Electrical Apprentice

  • Fitchburg, MA (23 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Fitchburg, MA (23 miles from Merrimack, NH)
  • 15 days ago

Electrical Apprentice compensation: $24/hr employment type: job title: Electrical Apprentice Apprentice Electrician's needed for a ground mount solar project starting in Greenfield MA. Must have...

Demographic Data for Merrimack, NH

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Merrimack, NH

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 Merrimack, NH offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.6%
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 Merrimack, NH
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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