Electrician Jobs in Kennedale, TX

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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Maintenance Electrician

  • Midlothian, TX (18 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Midlothian, TX (18 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 4 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Perform installation, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems including: Wiring, switch boxes, receptacles, feeders, conduits, coaxial cables, and lighting...

Journeyman Electrician

  • Southlake, TX (21 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Southlake, TX (21 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Call ... to set up interview.' ' Benefits: Health insurance Life, Accidental, and Critical Illness insurance Paid Vacation Retirement plan Job Type: Full-time Experience: Journeyman Electrician: 1 year...

Electricians Needed For Jobsites In Joshua And Burleson

  • Joshua, TX (16 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Joshua, TX (16 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for electricians for jobsites in Joshua, TX and Burleson, TX....

Journeyman Electrician

  • Fort Worth, TX (8 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (8 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Troubleshoot electrical systems (equipment, devices, conduit wires) Bend and install 3 or greater conduit Terminate inside of Transformers, Switchgears, Generators and UP's, Lighting control panel and...

Now Hiring: Electricians Duncanville, TX - Commercial Electrical Work

  • Duncanville, TX (17 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Duncanville, TX (17 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Work Scope Includes: Pulling wire throughout commercial structures Setting fixtures such as lights, switches, and receptacles Running conduit (EMT, rigid, etc.)...

Foreman Electrician (Traveler)

  • Fort Worth, TX (8 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (8 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Troubleshoot electrical systems (equipment, devices, conduit wires) Bend and install 3 or greater conduit Terminate inside of Transformers, Switchgears, Generators and UP's, Lighting control panel and...

Apprentice Electricians - Local - Temp to Hire

  • Grand Prairie, TX (16 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (16 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 3 days ago

NSC Skilled Trades is seeking experienced Apprentice Electricians for a project in Grand Prairie, Tx JOB DETAILS: PAY: $24+/hour - DOE HOURS: 40 hours/week START DATE: ASAP DURATION: Temp to Hire SCOPE...

Electrical Apprentice

  • Fort Worth, TX (8 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (8 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 3 days ago

As an Electrical Apprentice, responsibilities include assisting the Journeyman Electrician with installing new electrical systems and maintaining and repairing existing ones....

Journeyman Electrician

  • Fort Worth, TX (8 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (8 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Summary: Under limited supervision, the journeyman electrician will perform highly skilled maintenance, installation, repair, and troubleshooting work involved with electrical systems, equipment, and...

Foreman Licensed Journeyman Electrician

  • Arlington, TX (3 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (3 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Company Benefits Guaranteed 40-hour workweek Opportunities for Overtime Two weeks paid Vacation 6 Paid Holidays Company provided Healthcare Job Description Active Journeyman Electrician License in the...

Master Electrician

  • North Richland Hills, TX (11 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Richland Hills, TX (11 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 4 days ago

At least three (3) years of experience as a Master Electrician. Master Electrician License required....

Electrician Helper - BISD/Haltom City, TX

  • Haltom City, TX (11 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Haltom City, TX (11 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 6 days ago

You will work under the guidance of a Journeyman and/or Master Electrician assisting in the installation, alteration, and/or repair of electrical systems, conductors and associated materials and equipment...

Electrician

  • Desoto, TX (20 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Desoto, TX (20 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 6 days ago

strongly preferred; commercial electrical experience accepted residential electrical experience does not apply to setting Able to understand schematics and other technical documents Ability to bend conduit...

1099 Contract work for 2 Journeyman 2 apprentice Electricians

  • Arlington, TX (3 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (3 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 6 days ago

1099 Contract work for 2 Journeyman 2 apprentice Electricians (DFW Market) compensation: Based on experience 20-37 Long term contract servicing DFW Market....

Solar Electrician

  • Fort Worth, TX (8 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (8 miles from Kennedale, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Solar Electrician Job post no longer accepts applications Tradesmen International, Inc....

Demographic Data for Kennedale, TX

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Kennedale, TX

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 Kennedale, TX 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 Kennedale, TX
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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