Electrician Jobs in Candler, NC

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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4173 AVL Airport Journeyman Electrician FT

  • Fletcher, NC (13 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fletcher, NC (13 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 19 hours ago

ERMC Aviation is seeking a Journeyman Electrician....

Electrician

  • Waynesville, NC (18 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waynesville, NC (18 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Jump-start your career as an Electrician today with Mission Hospital....

Electrician

  • Asheville, NC (10 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Asheville, NC (10 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Jump-start your career as an Electrician today with Mission Hospital....

Electricians and Helpers

  • Asheville, NC (10 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Asheville, NC (10 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Electricians and Helpers (Arden) compensation: Top Pay employment type: job title: Electricians and Helpers Looking for residential and commercial Electricians with min of 5 years experience we are...

Electricians and Top Helpers

  • Waynesville, NC (18 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waynesville, NC (18 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 2 days ago

-Must be proficient in bending and running conduit. -Must be able to pass a background check. -All PPE and electrical hand tools required for consideration. Pay commensurate with experience....

Industrial Electrician

  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 3 days ago

and programming electrical equipment- Troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems- Running conduit...

Electrical Maintenance Technician

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

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000...

Journeyman Electrician

  • Arden, NC (8 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Arden, NC (8 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 4 days ago

#SKILLEDTRDPLUS What you'll be doing as a Journeyman Electrician: Measuring, cutting, and bending wire and conduit using measuring instruments and hand tools Maintaining tools, vehicles, and equipment...

Licensed Electrician- 12 hour days

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

Responsibilities + Safe installation, service and repair of electrical systems & devices + Planning and installing the wiring, conduit and fixtures as needed + Troubleshoot, repair and replace drives...

Electricians and Helpers

  • Skyland, NC (10 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Skyland, NC (10 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 4 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.....

ELECTRICIANS w/ experience

  • Asheville, NC (10 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Asheville, NC (10 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 4 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....

Licensed Electricians needed in Asheville/Fletcher

  • Fletcher, NC (13 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fletcher, NC (13 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 9 days ago

un Licensed Electricians needed in Asheville/Fletcher (Asheville) compensation: Weekly Pay Looking for Licensed Electricians in Asheville with an Asheville City Card....

Electrician Supervisor

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

The section consist of six journeyman electricians, an electrical worker and an electronics mechanic....

Electrician Supervisor

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

This position is for an Electrician Supervisor to work within Facilities Management Service at the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville, NC.To qualify for this position, applicants must meet...

Industrial Electrician

  • Mountain Home, NC (15 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Mountain Home, NC (15 miles from Candler, NC)
  • 15 days ago

, motors, generators, drive equipment, and all phases of industrial electrical systems Knowledge of maintenance/millwright skills Basic shop mathematics with knowledge of welding, pipe fitting, machining...

Demographic Data for Candler, NC

Moving to Candler, NC? Find some basic demographic data about Candler, NC below.


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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Candler, NC

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 Candler, NC 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 Candler, 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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