Electrician Jobs in Rockaway, NJ

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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Electrical Maintenance Technician

Principal Duties/Responsibilities: · Performs expert level break-fix & preventive maintenance, and/or design of mechanical, and electrical equipment improvements as well as complex systems as the...

Electrician

  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Electrician for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O).Among the key duties of this position are the following: Takes the lead in maintaining primary and secondary electrical systems...

Experienced electrician

  • Morristown, NJ (12 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (12 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for an experienced residential electrician minimum 4-5 years of experience. For a period of two months with a potential full time contract....

Pool Electrician for Pool Construction Team

  • Hackensack, NJ (23 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (23 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Now Hiring: Pool Electrician Join Our Expert Pool Construction Team! Are you a skilled electrician with experience in pool wiring and installations?...

Electrical Technician NEW

  • Clifton, NJ (19 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ (19 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Electrical Technician Encode View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Today Secret Early Career (2+ yrs experience) $50,000 - $60,000 No Traveling Aerospace and Aviation Clifton, NJ (ON-SITE/OFFICE)...

Electrician

  • Dover, NJ (3 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dover, NJ (3 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

systems and power distribution + Installation, repair, and troubleshooting of commercial or industrial electrical wiring + The military performing heavy-duty repair experience (airplanes, ships, steel...

Maintenance Electrician (Full Time)

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Requirement : A prior electrician license is preferred. Pay Range : $35.00 per hour to $45.00 per hour....

Electrician A - 2nd Shift (Casting)

  • Dover, NJ (3 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dover, NJ (3 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Maintain and install electrical systems and equipment as specified by supervision or Senior Electrician; such as motors, transformers, wiring, switches, heaters, alarm systems...

Electrical journeyman

  • Westfield, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Westfield, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Very busy electrical contractor looking for hard working electrical journeyman minimum of 5 years experience. English speaking and clean drivers license a must, pay based on experience 20-50$/...

Electrician Mechanic

  • East Hanover, NJ (11 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Hanover, NJ (11 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

We are a full-service electrical contracting company with 15+ years of residential and commercial. Our company is committed to quality service and we are seeking full-time electrical mechanics to...

Maintenance Electrician

  • Paterson, NJ (16 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (16 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

50: EE $5.38, EE/Spouse $11.12, EE/Children $9.17, Family $14.91 - 50-59: EE $7.71, EE/Spouse $15.43, EE/Children $11.50, Family $19.22 - 60-64: EE $12.39, EE/Spouse $24.81, EE/Children $16.18,...

Electrician (Icids Technician Picatinny Arsenal)

  • Wharton, NJ (4 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wharton, NJ (4 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Installs, repairs, and removes associated wiring and conduit. Monitors daily system operation and establishes schedules to meet system requirements....

Electrician

  • Long Valley, NJ (20 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Long Valley, NJ (20 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

un Electrician (Chester) compensation: Based on experience employment type: job title: Electrician Residential electrical company looking for lead mechanics with 7+ years of experience....

New Jersey License Electrician

  • Clifton, NJ (19 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ (19 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

NEW JERSEY LICENSE ELECTRICIAN (NEW JERSEY) NEW JERSEY LICENSE ELECTRICIAN compensation: open employment type: job title: ELECTRICIAN I have a Electrical License in New Jersey and I can become a license...

Electrician (Icids Technician - Picatinny Arsenal)

  • Picatinny Arsenal, NJ (6 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Picatinny Arsenal, NJ (6 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Installs, repairs, and removes associated wiring and conduit. Monitors daily system operation and establishes schedules to meet system requirements....

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Rockaway, NJ

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 Rockaway, NJ 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 Rockaway, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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