Electrician Jobs in Asheville, NC

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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4173 AVL Airport Journeyman Electrician FT

  • Fletcher, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Fletcher, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 15 hours ago

Certified electrician with a minimum Journeyman status: industrial electrical motor control experience and electrical automation experience....

Industrial Electrician

  • Mountain Home, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountain Home, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 1 day ago

electrical systems. + Knowledge of maintenance/millwright and electrical skills. + Basic shop mathematics with knowledge of welding, pipe fitting, machining, and other trade skills....

Experienced electrician for residential and commercial work

  • Asheville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 3 days ago

Full-time position for Electrician We are looking for one electrician to join our team. We do both residential and commercial electrical installations, repairs and service work....

ELECTRICIANS w/ experience

  • Asheville, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 5 days ago

ELECTRICIANS with experience needed immediately. Must have valid Driver's license and experience in larger CUSTOM homes and Commercial. Paid holidays and vacations....

Journeyman Electrician

  • Arden, NC (8 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arden, NC (8 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 5 days ago

PeopleReady Skilled Trades is looking for a Journeyman Electrician in Arden, North Carolina. Note: The hourly rate for this position is $28 - $34 / hour....

Electricians and Helpers

  • Skyland, NC (7 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Skyland, NC (7 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Looking for residential and commercial Electricians with min of 5 years experience we are also looking for helpers, We are a company with 27+ years of experience and steadily and rapidly growing.....

Electrician

  • Fletcher, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Fletcher, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 10 days ago

The Electrician position, under limited direction, is responsible for installing, maintaining, testing, troubleshooting and repairing industrial electrical equipment and associated electrical and electronic...

Electrician

  • Asheville, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 11 days ago

Experience in planning and supervising construction, installation, maintenance and repair of primary and/or secondary electrical systems, equipment and fixtures....

Electrician - Urgent Positions Available

  • Asheville, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 11 days ago

Electrician - Urgent Positions Available compensation: To be discussed. Duties: Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, systems, and fixtures....

Experience Electricians needed in Asheville

  • Asheville, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 14 days ago

Experience Electricians needed in Asheville (Asheville) CCS compensation: Weekly Pay employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Electricians Looking for Electricians in Asheville NC....

Electrician

  • Asheville, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 15 days ago

Electrician Electrician Job ID 222288 Posted 27-May-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance Location(s) Asheville - North Carolina - United States...

Journeyman Electrician Asheville, NC

  • Asheville, NC
  • 24 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 24 days ago

Job Duties: Perform electrical installations, repairs, and upgrades per code Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams Install conduit, wiring, panels, fixtures, and other system...

Electricians & Electrical helper

  • Asheville, NC
  • 28 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 28 days ago

Electricians & Electrical helper (Arden) compensation: Pay depends on knowledge and experience employment type: job title: Electrician and Electrical helper's --- **Exciting Career Opportunity with...

Electrical Foreman

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

With offices across North and South Carolina, we specialize in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical services....

Licensed Electrician

  • Candler, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Candler, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

systems, wiring, and equipment within the facility....

Demographic Data for Asheville, NC

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Asheville, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Electricians in Asheville, NC 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 Asheville, NC
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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