Electrician Jobs in Newark, NJ

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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Electrical Maintenance Technician

Principal Duties/Responsibilities: · Performs expert level break-fix & preventive maintenance, and/or design of mechanical, and electrical equipment improvements as well as complex systems as the...

Special Mechanic - Electrician/Welder

  • Newark, NJ
  • 29 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 29 days ago

Main Functions: Conducts a variety of testing, repair, installation and maintenance tasks on equipment including engines, brake systems, suspension, steering, electronics, electrical systems, HVAC,...

Commercial Electricians for Con Edison Lighting Upgrades

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • moments ago

We are currently looking for professional commercial electricians with available crews to perform lighting upgrades as part of Con Edisons rebate program....

Electrician Mechanic

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Replaces all electrical systems, fixtures and appliances faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators, gears, brushings, bearings, wires and other elements of elements of electrical systems....

Electrician

  • Parsippany, NJ (14 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (14 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Installation, repair, and troubleshooting of commercial or industrial electrical wiring The military performing heavy-duty repair experience (airplanes, ships, steel mills, etc. ) Trade school, electrical...

Electrician - Building & Grounds/Facilities Management and Planning

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

of high or low tension electrical systems for light, heat, power and communications in or on buildings, structures and highways; may serve as a special electrician, making applications and obtaining...

Assistant Electrical Engineer

  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Assistant Electrical Engineer, or must be reachable on the Open Competitive Civil Service List for...

Electrician - Building & Grounds/Facilities Management and Planning CUNY Hunter College

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

When assigned as a special electrician, obtains permits for electrical work to be performed, conducts and/or witnesses tests on electrical wiring systems, equipment and/or appliances; prepares applications...

Electrician

  • Totowa, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Totowa, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Need an Electrician with minimum of 10 years experience in house wiring. must have tools and transportation to come to the job....

Electrician - Building & Grounds/Facilities Management and Planning

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

When assigned as a special electrician, obtains permits for electrical work to be performed, conducts and/or witnesses tests on electrical wiring systems, equipment and/or appliances; prepares applications...

Experienced Electrician

  • Fair Lawn, NJ (14 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fair Lawn, NJ (14 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Two Experienced Electricians needed. Most of our work is in Bergen county. Personal Tools, clean drivers License and transportation are a must....

Electrical Maintenance Technician

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Keywords: Junior Electrical Technician, Electrical Maintenance Technician, Apprentice Electrical Technician, Entry-Level Electrical Engineer, Electrical Systems Specialist, Maintenance Electrician,...

Senior Electrical Engineer - Electrical Contractor

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

What You'll Do Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and field supervisors to design and deliver high-quality electrical systems Develop detailed drawings using AutoCAD and Revit (including...

Industrial Electrician

  • Morristown, NJ (17 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (17 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

IMMEDIATE INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE!...

Seeking Electrician to Install 240 power

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

un Seeking Electrician to Install 240 power (Chinatown) image 1 of 2 compensation: $250 Need more power to be added to 240 outlet. Its currently half powered....

Demographic Data for Newark, NJ

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Newark, NJ

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 Newark, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.4%
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 Newark, NJ
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

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