Electrician Jobs in Orange, 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 (4 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 28 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,...

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

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 4 hours 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 (10 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Totowa, NJ (10 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 4 hours 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 (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 10 hours 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 (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Fair Lawn, NJ (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 14 hours 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 (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 20 hours 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 (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 20 hours 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 (13 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ (13 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

IMMEDIATE INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE!...

Assistant Electrical Engineer

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 22 hours 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...

Seeking Electrician to Install 240 power

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day 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....

NJ Licensed Electrical Contractor Looking for BUSINESS PARTNER.

  • Woodbridge, NJ (15 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (15 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

un NJ Licensed Electrical Contractor Looking for BUSINESS PARTNER. (South Jersey) compensation: To Be Discuss! employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Contract I am a licensed...

Electrician needed - fuse box issue

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

un Electrician needed - fuse box issue (Crown heights) compensation: Please send Looking for an electrician to come by this morning and look at fuse box....

Part-Time Instructor-Electrical Technician Program

  • New York City, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York City, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Part-Time Instructor-Electrical Technician Program PVN ID: SI-2506-006892 Category: Instruction and Social Service Location: COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND Job Description General Description Grounded...

Solar Electrician

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Remote Solar Electrician Ameresco United States, York Jun 23, 2025 Ameresco, Inc....

Demographic Data for Orange, NJ

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Orange, 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 Orange, 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 Orange, 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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