Electrician Jobs in Plainfield, 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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Electrician

  • Livingston, NJ (12 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Livingston, NJ (12 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Established electrical contractor seeking electricians with 4+ years experience for a long term position in our organization with room for advancement....

Electrician Tech/ Helper (Plainfield)

  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Tri Starr Electric LLC NOW HIRING ELECTRICIAN (New Jersey) Requirements: -Punctual and reliable -Professional appearance required -Must have all hand tools -Minimum 34 years of experience working with...

Electrical Systems Technician Princeton University

  • Princeton, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The electrical systems technician for PPPL engineering will provide support for all maintenance, testing, repairs, upgrades, installations, modifications and troubleshooting of the system assigned and...

Electrician - Foreman & Mechanics

  • Livingston, NJ (12 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Livingston, NJ (12 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Established electrical contractor seeking electricians with 5+ years experience for long term position in our organization with room for advancement....

Allentown Electrician

  • Perth Amboy, NJ (10 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ (10 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

In need of an electrician, doing a few job in PA. Please send in you resume, you must have an electrical license....

Electrician

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Mechanic Electrician Location: 417 W118th St, New York 10027 3 Months Contract Pay: $32/hr on w2 The Mechanic is responsible for providing immediate and effective response to work assigned...

Solar PV Electrician

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Scope: Install, Maintain, and Repair Electrical Systems for Solar Photvoltaic (PV) Systems on Commercial Solar FIelds Installing Panels, Inverters, Wiring, and Integrating Systems with the Grid...

Electrician Substation Trainee - 90396501 - North Brunswick, NJ

  • North Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Experience as an electrician with High voltage electrical systems and safety procedures. . Knowledge of electrical components and use of various electrical testing devices. ....

Light Maintainer (Electrician) (Provisional)

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Three years of electrical experience installing, maintaining, and repairing lighting systems, conduit work, wiring, and fixtures. At least two years must be at the journey-level....

Electrical Foreman / Lead Electrician NYC Projects

  • Staten Island, NY (17 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (17 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Electrical Foreman / Lead Electrician NYC Projects Job Summary: Omta Tech, a reputable electrical contracting company based in New York City, is hiring an experienced Electrical Foreman to lead our...

Electrical Systems Technician

  • Princeton, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

The electrical systems technician for PPPL engineering will provide support for all maintenance, testing, repairs, upgrades, installations, modifications and troubleshooting of the system assigned and...

Electrician Tech/ Helper

  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 3 days ago

NOW HIRING ELECTRICIAN (New Jersey) Tri Starr Electric is looking for a qualified electrician to join our team....

Electrical Installer

  • Bedminster, NJ (13 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bedminster, NJ (13 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

, Conduit, Cable Support)....

Master Electrician

  • New Brunswick, NJ (9 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (9 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Leads and oversees the work of lower level electrician/maintenance mechanics through the successful completion of projects....

Electrician

  • New Brunswick, NJ (9 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (9 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

of which shall have involved taking the lead in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems....

Demographic Data for Plainfield, NJ

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMaintenanceAndInstallation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Electricians in Plainfield, 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
13.2%
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 Plainfield, 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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