Electrician Jobs in New Jersey

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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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...

Journeymen Electrician-Experienced

  • Delair, NJ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Delair, NJ
  • 1 hour ago

Non-Union commercial and industrial electrical contracting firm in business for over 30 years located in Southern New Jersey seeking Lead Working Mechanics. Qualifications and Responsibilities:...

Industrial Electrician

  • Paramus, NJ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 1 hour ago

50: EE $5.38, EE/Spouse $11.12, EE/Children $9.17, Family $14.91 - 50-59: EE $7.71, EE/Spouse $15.43, EE/Children $11.50, Family $19.22 - 60-64: EE $12.39, EE/Spouse $24.81, EE/Children $16.18,...

Industrial Electrician

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

care about the physical and mental health of our people) Annual flexible reimbursement program Develop your talents by applying your expertise within our facility in Piscataway, as the Industrial Electrician...

Electrical apprentice

  • Howell, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Howell, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Electrical apprentice (Howell) True Tech Services compensation: Based on experience employment type: job title: Technicians and experienced helpers True Tech Services is looking for experienced...

Residential Electricians/ Helpers Needed (Ocean City) compensation: TBD upon experience employment type: job title: Electrician/Helper Residential electricians and helpers needed....

Electrician

  • Englewood, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Englewood, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Experience in conduit and cable pulling. Knowledge of commercial electrical systems and high-rise building projects. 2 to 10 years of experience as an Electrical Helper/Mechanic....

Electrician - Full Time Day, Ridgewood Campus

  • Paramus, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 1 day ago

SPECIAL SKILLS: Possess (or qualifies and obtains within 1 year of employment) the State of New Jersey Qualified journeyman Electrician Certification....

Industrial Electrician & Controls Tech

  • Clark, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Clark, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Tests electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and...

Hiring Now: Skilled Commercial Electricians

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 1 day ago

-Able to read blueprints and work independently -Perform rough-in and finish work on new and existing construction projects -Must have own basic hand tools and reliable transportation...

Electrician (Icids Technician - Picatinny Arsenal)

  • Rockaway, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockaway, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Installs, repairs, and removes associated wiring and conduit. Monitors daily system operation and establishes schedules to meet system requirements....

Electricians

  • Union, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Union, NJ
  • 2 days ago

un ELECTRICIANS compensation: Based on skill level and experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: ELECTRICIANS Seeking Commercial Electricians for multiple projects that we recently...

Electricians

  • Union, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Union, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Seeking Commercial Electricians for multiple projects that we recently have been awarded. Please forward your resume with your recent experience....

Electrician - 100 Percent Travel

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Work will involve electrical systems installation, civil construction tasks, and electrical equipment installation tasks....

Electricians

  • Brick, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Brick, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Seeking Commercial Electricians for the Lakewood, Brick and Howell areas. Must have experience with electrical services and panel installations. Please forward your resume with references....

Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in New Jersey

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 New Jersey offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.7%
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 New Jersey
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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