Electrician Jobs in South Orange, 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 (4 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 15 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,...

Senior Electrician

  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

infrastructure required to support the installation of electronic security equipment, considering both functionality and cost-effectiveness. + Review and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, wiring...

Electrician

  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

pass and maintain a medical clearance. + Possession of a valid journeyman electrician license. + Proficiency in conduit installation, including EMT and rigid pipe, as well as conduit bending techniques...

Electrician

  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

and equipment for electrical/electronic systems; Determines and places distribution panels, boxes, fittings and connections, and installs wiring couplings, conduit, relays, fixtures, transformers and...

Maintenance Electrician

  • Dover, NJ (19 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dover, NJ (19 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Repair and install electrical systems and equipment such as motors, transformers, wiring, alarm systems, automatic control systems, etc., and rebuild motors including bearings and armatures....

Industrial Electrician 2nd and 3rd Shift

  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

systems so that the production of quality goods is uninterrupted or with minimal down time + Interacts with plant management, shift supervisors, production supervisors, sanitation and warehouse supervisors...

Senior Estimator (Electrical Contractor)

  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

With over 50 years of expertise in data center infrastructure, healthcare, substation, financial infrastructure, structured cabling and electrical system design-build, installations and maintenance....

Electrician Instructor

  • Union, NJ (3 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Union, NJ (3 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

students gain valuable skills. + Facilitate and Deliver Curriculum: Effectively teach the Lincoln Tech accredited course curriculum, ensuring a thorough understanding of electrical systems. + Teach...

Maintenance Electrician

  • Fair Lawn, NJ (14 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fair Lawn, NJ (14 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

. + Inspects electrical systems to determine whether repairs are needed. + Replaces conduit and wiring as needed. + Replaces circuit breakers as needed. + Performs other related duties as assigned....

Electrical Foreman

  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Skills Electrician or Journeyman Electrician certification. Proficiency in conduit bending and troubleshooting. Ability to read and interpret blueprints....

Electrician 5 Years Minimum Experience

  • Fair Lawn, NJ (14 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fair Lawn, NJ (14 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Established electrical contractor in Fair Lawn looking for qualified electrician with a minimum of 5 years experience....

Mechanic Electrician

  • Staten Island, NY (12 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (12 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Mechanic Electrician Type of Position Full time Search Location(s) Staten Island, NY Apply Now ( Job Brief The Mechanic/Electrician will construct, install, repair and maintain all electrical equipment...

Electrician Wanted

  • Chatham, NJ (7 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chatham, NJ (7 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

un Electrician Wanted (Chatham) The Electric Design Co....

Journeyman Electrician

  • Union Beach, NJ (21 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Union Beach, NJ (21 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY: Journeyman Electrician Responsible for the installation of electrical systems in the commercial and industrial construction markets at job sites and project locations....

Demographic Data for South Orange, NJ

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in South Orange, 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 South Orange, 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 South Orange, 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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