Electrician Jobs in Barrington, IL

An Electrician in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and equipment. Their duties include reading and interpreting technical blueprints, diagnosing electrical faults, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and repairing or replacing faulty wiring or equipment. They may work in homes, businesses, factories, or construction sites. Electricians are also responsible for testing electrical systems to ensure they are functioning safely and effectively. They may also inspect electrical systems and equipment for any damage, faults, or parts that need repair or replacement.

Important skills for an Electrician include problem-solving, physical stamina, manual dexterity, and the ability to read and follow technical plans. They must also have good knowledge and understanding of electrical safety regulations. Electricians should hold an Electrician's license, and many also have certifications in areas such as electrical code, safety practices, and first aid. Before becoming an Electrician, a person may work as an electrical apprentice, a journeyman electrician, or an electrical technician.

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Electrician

  • Des Plaines, IL (15 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (15 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Responsibilities Lead the installation of electrical systems that interconnect our solar array to the grid power of our customers residential property Ensure work performed by all electricians is of...

Electrician

  • Lake Forest, IL (15 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (15 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring skilled Journeyman Electricians for projects located in the Lake Forest, IL area....

Electrician-Facilities Full Time Evenings

  • Lake Forest, IL (15 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (15 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Replaces fault switches, plugs and other parts of electrical systems and fixtures. Installs new wiring and equipment....

Industrial Electrician

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 3 days ago

-Maintain, install or repair communication cables, power distribution cables and wiring, including conduit bending....

Journeyman Electrician

  • Melrose Park, IL (23 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (23 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Journeyman Electrician - Powering Industry Forward! Are you a skilled Journeyman Electrician ready to take on exciting industrial projects?...

Electrical Foreman

  • Hoffman Est, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Hoffman Est, IL
  • 4 days ago

Expertise in conduit bending and electrical wiring. Experience with commercial construction and troubleshooting. Ability to pull wire and run conduit....

Maintenance Electrician - 2nd Shift

  • Skokie, IL (23 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (23 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Basic troubleshooting pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems. Modify existing equipment such as wiring changes and minor engineering... For full info follow application link....

Industrial Electrician

  • Hoffman Est, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Hoffman Est, IL
  • 5 days ago

Maintenance Electrician Job Description Join our team as a Maintenance Electrician and make an impact!...

Lead Electrician Foreman

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Skilled in conduit bending and electrical wiring. Experienced in commercial construction and troubleshooting. Capable of pulling wire and running conduit....

Construction Technician -South (Pipefitters, Welders, Electricians, Carpenters, General Construction)

  • Glendale Heights, IL (21 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (21 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities Use blueprints or design specifications to install HVAC/R systems Install all types of pumps or refrigeration equipment, pneumatic valves, electric valves, heat transfer...

Electrician Needed to install General Duty Safety Switch

  • Northbrook, IL (16 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (16 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 7 days ago

un Electrician Needed to install General Duty Safety Switch (Northbrook) compensation: TBD Hi, I need somebody to hook up a 240V 3P General Duty Safety Switch to an existing breaker box and install...

Industrial Electrician

  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Electrician ( Warehouse) Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems or components according to CMMS....

Traveling Industrial Electrician

  • Antioch, IL (20 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Antioch, IL (20 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Hiring Travel Industrial Electricians Job Description The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing electrical systems in industrial settings....

Electrician

  • Wheeling, IL (12 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wheeling, IL (12 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Perform various activities relative to the installation and relocation of existing machines and equipment which may involve electrical wiring, electrical components or electronic instrumentation....

Electrician (1st and 2nd Shift)

  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Oversees and updates electrical installations and schematics....

Demographic Data for Barrington, IL

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Barrington, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Electricians in Barrington, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
Associate's Degree
17.9%
Bachelor's Degree
13.1%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Electricians in Barrington, IL
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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