Electrician Jobs in Carteret, NJ

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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Electrical Maintenance Technician

Principal Duties/Responsibilities: ยท 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 (11 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (11 miles from Carteret, 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,...

Mechanic B - Electrician

  • Red Bank, NJ (17 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • Red Bank, NJ (17 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 29 days ago

Ability to read and interpret technical documents, wiring diagrams, schematics, construction drawings, etc. Experience with troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems....

Commercial Electricians for Con Edison Lighting Upgrades

  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Carteret, 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 (17 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 5 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 (20 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (20 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

High School Diploma or GED Knowledge and Skills: Programming, PLCs, VFDs, industrial Ethernet, digital and 4-20ma controls along with a broad knowledge of industrial electrical systems and power distribution...

Electrician - Building & Grounds/Facilities Management and Planning

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Carteret, 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...

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

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Carteret, 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 (23 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Totowa, NJ (23 miles from Carteret, 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 (17 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Carteret, 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...

Electrical Maintenance Technician

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Carteret, 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 (17 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Carteret, 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 (19 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (19 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

shift *Must be open to working overtime and on weekends when needed **Job Description:** + 4-7 years of maintenance experience in industrial maintenance and automation + Experience working with conduit...

Electrical Foreman

  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

**Essential Skills** + Proven experience as an Electrician on new construction job sites. + Expertise in electrical troubleshooting and pipe bending. + Strong skills in conduit installation and bending...

Seeking Electrician to Install 240 power

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Carteret, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Carteret, 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 Carteret, NJ

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Carteret, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Electricians in Carteret, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
Associate's Degree
17.9%
Bachelor's Degree
13.1%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
1.2%
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 Carteret, 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%


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