Becoming an electrician in Newark, NJ, typically begins with an apprenticeship that combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. This apprenticeship lasts about four to five years and requires extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 40,670 electricians in New York, with Newark contributing significantly to this number. The average wage for electricians in Newark, NJ, is approximately $1,546.79 per week, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,681.59 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Sr. Electrician Job Category Staff & Executive - Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance Department IPO-Facilities Maintenance-Nwk Overview The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Sr. 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 in the facility. • Installs, tests, repairs and replaces lights and power circuitry, electrical and electronic equipment, alarm systems and electric motors, machinery and appliances. • Ensures work is done in compliance with local, state and national codes. • Directs other mechanics and helpers. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Grade 240 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 34.590 Annual Mid Range Salary 35.090 Annual Maximum Salary 36.140 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description IUOE 68 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience • Technical school diploma or equivalent level of knowledge plus a minimum of five years of progressively more responsible experience as an electrician, at least three (3) years of which shall have involved taking the lead in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems. Certifications/Licenses • The State Journeyman Certificate. • Must have a valid driver’s license. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Thorough knowledge of local, state and national codes. • Required to work under OSHA, Occupation and Health Safety Standard, Nominal and High Voltage Standard. 29 CFR from Article 1910.303 to 1910.303h. • Required to have or received within six (6) months of the hire date Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment • Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. • No special vision requirements. • Lifting up to 25 lbs. Office environment: Moderate noise. Special Conditions • Clean Driving Record Posting Details Posting Number 25ST0844 Posting Open Date 04/17/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS) City Newark State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
See More Details >>Job ID 4553080006 Date posted 04/04/2025 Founded in 1985, ATS is a company with a presence in the United States, Mexico and the United Kingdom. We are professionals in Industrial Maintenance and we make factories run better. Fundada en 1985, ATS es una empresa con presencia en los Estados Unidos, México y el Reino Unido. Somos profesionales en mantenimiento industrial y hacemos que las fábricas funcionen mejor. 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 employee’s job specialty requires. Provides troubleshooting support on equipment and technical support on production lines as appropriate for the employee’s job specialty. Maintains in-depth technical knowledge of numerous systems as the employee’s job specialty requires. Performs research and procedures as the employee’s job specialty requires. • Programs, troubleshoots and analyzes complex control systems to resolve in-depth software/ hardware and configuration problems. • Utilizes predictive equipment and interprets results for analysis, equipment condition assessment, troubleshooting and proactive maintenance. Including but not limited to infrared thermography, ultrasonic testing, power quality analysis, laser interferometry, ball bar, and vibration analysis. • Leads, drives and participates in CI activities-processes, results and cost savings using CI tools and methodology. • Identifies and sources parts, supplies and repair items as necessary. Suggests alternative items and engineered solutions to improve reliability. • Independently performs maintenance as per industry standards. • Complies with 5S and housekeeping standards. • May be required to setup and operate multiple machining operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts. May perform welding tasks. • Studies and investigates technical and systems methods, tools, and innovations that can be implemented in ATS sites to improve maintenance practices and updates documentation. • Prepares input for cost analysis for new equipment, repair/rebuild proposals, cost savings and innovations as required. • Updates records and reviews CMMS history and analyzes data. • Provides technical contents of sales quotations and performs T&M duties as required. • Trains and coaches less proficient technician. Assumes project manager responsibilities as assigned. • Completes and conducts on-the-job training and technical self-study programs for career development. • Follows all safety related policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions and guidelines. Situational awareness and identify unsafe behaviors and conditions. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands/fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb, ascend/descend or balance to heights that may require a ladder or lift; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in confined spaces; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to use close vision and color vision. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. Work is typically performed in a factory environment and is usually very loud. In the factory environment, the employee may be exposed to hazardous materials and/or greasy or slippery factory floors. ATS is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of age, color, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other legally protected status. ATS se compromete a brindar igualdad de oportunidades de empleo en todos los aspectos del empleo a todos los solicitantes y empleados, independientemente de su edad, color, raza, religión, sexo (incluido el embarazo, identidad de género y orientación sexual), origen nacional, discapacidad, estatus de veterano, información genética u otro estatus legalmente protegido. Revisión de la política de privacidad aquí here.
See More Details >>Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Sr. Electrician is to take the lead in maintaining primary and secondary electrical systems in the facility. Installs, tests, repairs and replaces lights and power circuitry, electrical and electronic equipment, alarm systems and electric motors, machinery and appliances. Ensures work is done in compliance with local, state and national codes. Directs other mechanics and helpers. Qualifications Technical school diploma or equivalent level of knowledge plus a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively more responsible experience as an electrician, at least five (5) years of which shall have involved taking the lead in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems. Thorough knowledge of local, state and national codes. Required to work under OSHA, Occupation and Health Safety Standard, Nominal and High Voltage Standard 29 CFR from Article 1910.303 to 1910.303h. Required to have or receive within six (6) months of the hire date The State Journeyman Certificate. Must have a valid driver’s license. High voltage experience is a plus. A New Jersey State approved Electrical License is preferred for this position.
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