Electrician Jobs in West Virginia

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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Industrial Electrician

  • Anmoore, WV
  • 2 days ago
  • Anmoore, WV
  • 2 days ago

Electrician candidates must possess industrial experience and be able to demonstrate successful electrical troubleshooting experience, including instrumentation and AC/DC motor controls.Key Functions...

General Maintenance, Carpentry, and Electrician

  • Hinton, WV
  • 4 days ago
  • Hinton, WV
  • 4 days ago

General Maintenance, Carpentry, and Electrician JobID: 40796 Position Type: Custodial/Maintenance/Maintenance Date Posted: 4/21/2025 Location: Summers County Schools Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing...

Journeyman Electrician

  • Mason, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Mason, WV
  • 5 days ago

**Ultimate Job Duties** + Install and repair electrical wirings, systems, and fixtures in buildings + Utilize hand and hydraulic benders to bend conduit + Install conduit and pipes for wires and cables...

Licensed Electrician

  • Culloden, WV
  • 9 days ago
  • Culloden, WV
  • 9 days ago

Ultimate Job Duties + Install and repair electrical wirings, systems, and fixtures in buildings + Install conduits and pipes for wires and cables + Make proper repairs and corrections + Test electrical...

Lead Electrician

  • Shepherdstown, WV
  • 11 days ago
  • Shepherdstown, WV
  • 11 days ago

Data Center Electrician Job Description Candidates will be supporting the installation of electrical systems for infrastructure in data centers throughout Northern Virginia....

Licensed Electricians

  • Newell, WV
  • 12 days ago
  • Newell, WV
  • 12 days ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Licensed Journeyman Electricians for projects located in Newell, WV....

Licensed Electrician

  • Charleston, WV
  • 13 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 13 days ago

Install Conductors, Utilizing both Manual and Mechanical Wire Pulling Techniques, including Terminationand Tagging Establish an Electrically Safe Work Condition Coordinate Simple and Complex Lock Out...

Electrician $500 April 17 ,18 ,19

  • Saint Albans, WV
  • 13 days ago
  • Saint Albans, WV
  • 13 days ago

un Electrician $500 April 17,18,19 (St. Albans wv) 10th street compensation: 500 Two wires need to go from electrical panel for two range plugs....

Multifamily Electrician Trainee

  • Charleston, WV
  • 18 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 18 days ago

**Responsibilities** + Assist in the installation of electrical systems that interconnect the solar array to the grid power of our customer's residential property + Assist with solar battery installations...

Electrician, Heavy Industrial / Plant

  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 20 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 20 days ago

Roles & Responsibilities Installing new electrical systems, including conduit, wiring, and electrical components according to blueprints and specifications....

Section Electrician

  • Comfort, WV
  • 23 days ago
  • Comfort, WV
  • 23 days ago

Accountabilities: This position will be responsible for the safe and compliant repair and maintenance of underground mining equipment. Diagnose malfunctioning (electrical, mechanical and...

Electrician Level 1 - IV

  • Ravenswood, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ravenswood, WV
  • 30+ days ago

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Perform Other duties as assigned Guiding and overseeing other apprentices or journeyman electricians....

Electrical Mechanic

  • Harpers Ferry, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Harpers Ferry, WV
  • 30+ days ago

West Virginia Journeymen electrician certification (preferred) Experience with troubleshooting/installation 120V 480V electrical systems PLC and relay logic troubleshooting experience a plus....

Electrician

  • Fayetteville, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fayetteville, WV
  • 30+ days ago

Need valid WV license (some exceptions). Perform electrical tasks in commercial and residential settings. $22-38 an hour. 7am-5pm, overtime time + 1/2. Insurance options, paid time off, etc.

Journeyman Electrician

  • Shepherdstown, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shepherdstown, WV
  • 30+ days ago

systems, or other transmission equipment; Working from blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications, locating and diagnosing trouble in the electrical system or equipment, working standard...

Demographic Data for West Virginia

Moving to West Virginia? Find some basic demographic data about West Virginia below.


Local
National
1,793,392
34,659

Salary for Electrician Jobs in West Virginia

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 West Virginia 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
1.3%
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 West Virginia
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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