Electrician Jobs in Loves Park, IL

Electricians play a vital role in the construction industry as they are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in new constructions, renovations, or expansions. Their job typically involves reading and interpreting blueprints, circuit diagrams, and other technical documents, installing electrical apparatus, fixtures, and equipment, running wires and cables, inspecting electrical components for safety and quality control, troubleshooting system failures, and ensuring compliance with state and local building regulations. Electricians also perform routine maintenance to ensure the electrical system is safe and running efficiently.

Important skills for an Electrician include problem-solving, critical thinking, physical stamina and dexterity, and a keen eye for detail. Additionally, they should be familiar with various tools and equipment used in the trade and have a strong understanding of electrical theory, codes, and standards. In terms of certification, most states require electricians to be licensed. This usually involves completing an apprenticeship or technical training program, passing a comprehensive exam, and accumulating a certain number of hours of on-the-job training. Prior to becoming a licensed Electrician, individuals may gain experience and skills in roles such as an Electrician's Helper, an Electrical Apprentice, or a Journeyman Electrician.

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Maintenance Electrician

  • Loves Park, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Loves Park, IL
  • 1 day ago

CNC Maintenance Electrician $35-$40/hr Job Description The electrical maintenance technician will work independently to perform maintenance, repair, and/or modification of the plant's computer-driven...

Electrician, 2nd Shift (Onsite)

  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Builds electrical systems and/or circuitry from schematics or work plans....

Electrician, 1st Shift (Onsite)

  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Builds electrical systems and/or circuitry from schematics or work plans....

Electrician, 2nd Shift (Onsite)

  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Builds electrical systems and/or circuitry from schematics or work plans....

CNC Maintenance Electrician

  • Loves Park, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Loves Park, IL
  • 7 days ago

systems Work Environment This is a 2nd shift position with hours from 1pm to 11pm, Monday to Thursday, and an 8-hour shift on Friday....

Plant Maintenance Electrician

  • Marengo, IL (20 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Marengo, IL (20 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Ensures operation of electrical systems and equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on plant equipment, programmable controllers, transformers, voltage regulators, and machinery...

Maintenance Electrician 2nd Shift - JR0003256-3804

  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 22 days ago

degree inelectrical related field; and other technical certifications andtraining applicable to industrial maintenance electrical system in amanufacturing environment.Maintenance Electrician must possess...

Maintenance Electrician 2nd Shift

  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Installs, examines, replaces, or repairs electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, and other electrical components....

Low Voltage Electrician

  • Sharon, WI (19 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Sharon, WI (19 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Duties will include but not limited to, helping other electrician s with cabling and conduit installation (run and terminate cables, including Cat5/6, power, fiber and analogdigital voice.)...

Electrician

  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Journeyman Electricians for projects located in and around Rockford, IL....

Electrician

  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

per hour PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Performs electrical work involving responsibility for skilled tasks within the trade in the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems...

Mechanic, Electrician & Electrotechnician

  • Genoa, IL (21 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Genoa, IL (21 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Teams (welders, electricians, and mechanics) are dedicated to the maintenance and repair of the equipment used on-site, as well as the supply of spare parts in connection with the technical equipment...

Maintenance Electrician - 2nd Shift - JR0003279-3804

  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Installs, examines, replaces, or repairs electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, and other electrical components....

Electrician

  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rockford, IL (7 miles from Loves Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Aerotek Electrician in Rockford , Illinois Job Title: Electrical Assembler Job Description Install electrical wiring and assemble components in control cabinets, electrical and industrial equipment,...

Demographic Data for Loves Park, IL

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Loves Park, IL

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Electricians in Loves Park, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.3%
Bachelor's Degree
18.3%
Associate's Degree
14.8%
Master's Degree
6.8%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Electricians in Loves Park, IL
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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