Electrician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Journeyman Electrician

  • Cashtown, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Cashtown, PA
  • 9 days ago

, wiring and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes Install electrical conduit, equipment, fixtures or wiring in floors, walls and ceilings Install, inspect and test electrical systems...

Electrician

  • Elizabethtown, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA
  • 1 hour ago

Essential Job Functions Install electrical receptacles, switches, light fixtures, and wiring for telecommunications/data....

HVAC Industrial Electrician Mechanic

  • Mount Joy, PA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Mount Joy, PA
  • 4 hours ago

maintenance throughout the facility Ability to obtain a refrigeration license as associated with HVAC equipment in a timely manner if not already licensed....

Multiskilled Industrial Electrician-Mechanic

  • Mount Joy, PA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Mount Joy, PA
  • 4 hours ago

Additional experience troubleshooting PLC programs and process automation a plus Completing preventative, predictive, and reactive industrial maintenance throughout the facility Operating standard maintenance...

Electrician

  • Wyalusing, PA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Wyalusing, PA
  • 4 hours ago

maintenance electrician experience or a minimum 7-month technical training Be able to perform basic math Preferred Qualifications Previously worked in a food processing environment Troubleshoot electrical...

Electrician

  • York, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • York, PA
  • 5 hours ago

Responsibilities Troubleshoot and repair residential electrical systems. Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems. Install and repair wiring, run conduit, and pull wire....

Medium Voltage Electrician

  • Bridgeville, PA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Bridgeville, PA
  • 7 hours ago

DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position requires possession of personal hand tools commonly used by journeyman electricians....

Remote Work

Electrical Maintenance Technician

  • Hanover, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hanover, PA
  • 18 hours ago

Independently installs conduit and EMT to all equipment as needed. What's Needed? Minimum of five years of experience in electrical, mechanical, and electronic applications....

Electrician Solar

  • Lakewood, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lakewood, PA
  • 18 hours ago

Electricians with Solar experience needed on a project in Lakewood, NY. Working on a flat roof site terminating solar panels and related electrical work....

Electrical Maintenance Technician

  • Warrington, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Warrington, PA
  • 19 hours ago

Carry out planned and reactive maintenance activities on a variety of electrical systems, plant and machinery....

Medium Voltage Electrician

  • Allegheny, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Allegheny, PA
  • 19 hours ago

This position requires possession of personal hand tools commonly used by journeyman electricians....

Electrician

  • Denver, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Denver, PA
  • 19 hours ago

and associated wiring....

Residential Electrician

  • York, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • York, PA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Troubleshoot and repair residential electrical systems. Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems. Install and repair wiring, run conduit, and pull wire....

Industrial Electrician Trainee

  • Reading, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 1 day ago

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels...

Electricans Forepersons, Electricians and Helpers- Commercial

  • Bridgeville, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgeville, PA
  • 1 day ago

Electricians with 2 to 5 years commercial experience. References needed. Must have own hand tools. Skills with conduit as well as low voltage wiring a plus....

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania 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
1.2%
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 Pennsylvania
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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