Becoming an electrician in Cheektowaga, NY, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with 40,670 in New York, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Cheektowaga earn an average of $1,557 per week, with an annual overtime average of $49,047. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Overview: Reimer Home Services is not just a company; it is a legacy. For over 100 years, we have been the trusted name in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services across Buffalo and Western New York. We strive to foster a positive, team-oriented culture that emphasizes personal and professional growth. Our commitment to employee well-being cultivates a workplace where individuals feel fulfilled and motivated. With a growing team of skilled professionals, we deliver excellence to every customer we serve. If you are an experienced Electrician ready to make an impact, this is your opportunity. Job Responsibilities: • Diagnose and repair electrical problems in residential settings • Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and components • Ensure compliance with local and national electrical codes • Knowledge of residential wiring, circuits, and systems • Ability to troubleshoot and provide effective solutions for electrical issues Qualifications: • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Residential Electrician • Proven expertise in diagnosing and fixing electrical issues in residential settings • Dedication to providing homeowners with unmatched satisfaction • Detail-oriented and skilled at multitasking • Effective communication skills and comfort interacting with customers • Confident and decisive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment Benefits: • Company truck, gas card, phone, tablet and uniform • Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Group Life, HSA, Matching 401k benefits • On-going training & development, growth opportunities • Paid Holiday • Paid Vacation • Paid training • Competitive salary, bonus potential and comprehensive benefits package • A dynamic and supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration • Employee discounts on Reimer services and products Compensation: • $60-85K Reimer Home Services may conduct a pre-employment background check and drug test, subject to applicable law. Ready to take the next step in your trades career? Join us at Reimer Home Services and contribute to our continued growth and success. Apply now!
See More Details >>40517BR Requisition ID: 40517BR Business Unit: TSU Job Description: Are you interested in working on design and construction projects that impact our world? CDM Smith offers employees opportunities to delve into many aspects of electrical engineering, including the design of complex power systems, observation and construction services, and power system analyses, etc. We want to match you up with the projects that inspire you. You will collaborate on challenging and meaningful work that positively impacts the community and makes a difference in the world while applying innovative, state-of-the-art software and programs. At CDM Smith, we are invested in your success. We offer flexible work options that allow our employees to meet their needs outside of work. Sign-on bonus may be considered for the successful candidate. We have multiple openings for Intermediate Electrical Specialists. As an Intermediate Electrical Specialist, you will: - Create basic to moderately complex designs of electric master system plans, power system, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability/renewable energy systems, and other similar electrical systems. - Execute a variety of electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches. - Incorporate changes to designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects. Contribute to studies of power systems and electrical calculations for electrical systems, lighting simulations, lighting layouts, communications, fire alarm, security and other similar calculations. - Perform site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. Update design requirements as necessary. - Contribute to firm's Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc. Submit technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals. - Collaborate with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs). Review draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices. - Attend conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff. - Performs other duties as required. Job Title: Intermediate Electrical Specialist Group: ISO Employment Type: Regular Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree. - 5 years of related experience. - Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree. - Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience designing power systems for water, wastewater, industrial, federal, and transit facilities. - Experience designing medium and low-voltage power distribution systems. - Familiar with industry and federal codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, NESC, IEEE, UFC, etc.) - Experience conducting power system analysis using software such as SKM Power Tools for Windows and ETAP. EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Why CDM Smith?: Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith) Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Amount of Travel Required: 5% Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position Skills and Abilities: - Advanced knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. - Strong knowledge of engineer principles of design. - Excellent knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). - Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills with the ability to engage clients and convey complex concepts in an understandable manner. - Possesses excellent attention to detail. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Pay Range Minimum: $71,094 Pay Range Maximum: $117,333 Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Work Location Options: Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate. Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
See More Details >>40351BR Requisition ID: 40351BR Business Unit: IND Job Description: Under light supervision, creates basic to moderately complex designs of electric master system plans, power system, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability/renewable energy systems, and other similar electrical systems. Performs studies of power systems and electrical calculations for electrical systems, lighting simulations, lighting layouts, communications, fire alarm, security and other similar calculations. Develops white papers and technical documentation to support the firm's technical knowledge Management (TKM). Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. Updates design requirements as necessary. Contributes to firm's TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc. Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals. Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff. Performs other duties as required. Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Reviews the work of more junior staff. Job Title: Electrical Engineer 3(Substation) Group: IND Employment Type: Regular Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or Electrical Technology or related discipline. 3 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Preferred Qualifications: Responsible for Substation engineering including detailed design for high voltage substation projects through 345kV including: - Protective relay schemes - Relay Schematics and wiring diagrams - Equipment specifications and selection - Hardware specifications and selection, including SCADA/RTU components - Knowledge of NESC & NEC - Substation grounding grid design & lightning protection EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Why CDM Smith?: Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith) Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Amount of Travel Required: 10% Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position Skills and Abilities: Working Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Solid knowledge of engineer principles of design. Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Pay Range Minimum: $81,765 Pay Range Maximum: $134,909 Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Work Location Options: Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate. Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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