Becoming an electrician in Tacoma, WA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in Tacoma last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 5,000 electricians in Washington, with wages averaging around $1,400 per week. The job outlook for electricians in Tacoma is positive, with an expected growth rate of 6% from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, local 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.
Residential Electrician MUST be licensed or have over 4000 hours of residential electrical experience • **This is a safety-sensitive position. Milton, WA Are you an experienced Electrician that is detailed oriented and a great communicator? Are you looking for a company that gives you opportunities to grow and expand your skillset? Would you like to work for a company that was just given, “A Great Place to Work” award? If you answered yes to these questions then you are what we are looking for! Who We Are Won Great Place To Work Award! Opening in 2006, Kanon Electric is a family-owned and operated business dedicated to the electrical industry and its community. We owe the growth and success of our company to the loyalty of our customers. Our customers not only make our job easy by being such great people, but they also come back to us time and time again for all of their electrical needs. Whether you need rewiring, remodeling, or something else, Kanon Electric is here for all your electrical needs. The Electrician will be responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing/installing, and communicating with customers. What’s in it for you? • Great pay! (Up to $180K/year) • Quarterly bonuses • Full health, dental, vision, and Retirement • We’re busy year-round! No sitting at home and worrying! • We grow yearly, which means we’re looking for future managers! • Family breakfasts • Team building events, company parties, tickets to the Rainiers • Company Chaplain • 4-day work week • Continual training & education (100% tuition reimbursement) What do we need from you? • Journeyman Electrician license for the state of Washington or reciprocal states • Able to troubleshoot and, diagnosing, electrical issues, able to repair/install. • Provide excellent communication to our customers and team members and managers. • Able to pass a criminal background check and drug test • We need you to have a valid driver’s license and a relatively clean driving record • Excellent customer service skills • Basic mechanical aptitude, and ability to perform regular manual labor • Basic computer skills • Be able to learn by observation and hands-on experience • Follow routine verbal and written instructions • Be open to learning new things and applying them quickly We are an Equal Opportunity Employer BHClq0YtyI Job Type: Full-time Pay: $75,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
See More Details >>The starting salary for this position is anticipated to be $42.14 per hour The full-salary range for this position is $37.78 - $46.96 per hour. Work where you play! Join our team at Parks Tacoma to put your skills to use serving your community and making Tacoma a vibrant, healthy, and welcoming place to live. Who We Are Parks Tacoma is a CAPRA-accredited and AZA-accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community. Located in Tacoma, Washington, Tacoma Parks’ mission is to create healthy opportunities to play, learn, and grow. The independent park district spans the city providing a wide range of life-enriching destinations and services, including 70+ parks, 80+ miles of trails, 1,000+ acres of urban forest, 66 playgrounds, four community centers, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Point Defiance Park, and much more. Our work is guided by eight core values that are the foundation of our actions and goals: innovation, excellence, equity, inclusiveness, sustainability, accountability, safety, and fun. Why You’ll Love it Here Come work where you play! You will contribute to the overall vitality and well-being of your community when you work for Parks Tacoma, and you’ll do so as part of a supportive team of committed, passionate, and mission-driven professionals. The people of Parks Tacoma are the key to its success, and you just might be the next great addition to our team. You’ll receive a competitive wage, along with an attractive benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement, vacation, holidays, and much more. On top of that, you’ll wake each day knowing that you’re helping make Tacoma a great place to call home. Position Information Under general direction of the assigned supervisor, perform journey-level electrical work in the repair, alteration, construction, installation, and maintenance of Park District electrical systems and equipment. In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to: • Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. • Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers. • Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments. • Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations. • Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards. Inspect, maintain and repair all types of wired and solid state equipment, instruments, apparatus and fixtures such as transformers, automated controls, electric pumps, trams, elevators, cranes, electric motors, breaker controls and ventilation and air conditioning equipment. work from schematics, drawings and blueprints. Inspect electrical malfunctions and determine and effect necessary repairs or replacements. Perform journey-level electrical work in the repair, alteration, construction, installation, and maintenance of Park District electrical systems and equipment; work from schematics, drawings, blueprints and personal technical knowledge and training. Install, inspect, test, maintain and troubleshoot electrical wiring systems and related equipment, including parking lot lighting, controls, circuits, wiring, distribution panels, starters, relays, regulators, fixtures, lighting, converters and generators; replace circuit breakers and panels. Prepare sketches or drawings and prepare specifications, estimate time, cost of labor and materials for work projects; obtain competitive prices for equipment and supplies according to established procedures; prepare and maintain related records and reports; drive a vehicle to pick up supplies and equipment. Repair, troubleshoot, calibrate and/or retrofit HVAC controls and other internal components, including programming of computerized building control systems. Repair Sports Complex Lighting repair and maintenance; troubleshoot and maintain high bay lighting over pools and auditoriums; install conduit and pull wire above and below ground; assure balanced loads and mechanical protection; install or supervise installation of new or replacement transformers for high and non-high voltage electrical systems. Install interior and exterior wiring and conduit for equipment and appliances. Wire newly constructed and altered structures following approved safety standards. Replaces circuit breakers and panels. Install and maintain environmental control systems for greenhouse or aquarium, including hot water systems, humidity controls, geothermal, gas, radiant and refrigeration equipment. Determine electric load requirements, electric distribution system and method, costs and materials needed for new or expanded electric service for Park District operations and special events, install electric distribution systems as needed. Assure compliance with appropriate safety practices and procedures and with applicable federal, State and local codes, regulations and requirements; communicate with State and local inspectors for inspections and obtain appropriate permits. Install, and repair permanent and temporary electrical equipment for docks and marinas, elevators, hoists, ball fields, scoreboards, concession stands and temporary power for Park District special events and activities. Operate and maintain a variety of electrical testing equipment, hand and power tools, such as meters, voltage indicators, computers, various hydraulic equipment, bucket trucks, and others. Remove electrical systems, equipment and components; replace and splice wire and conduits as assigned. Perform related duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: completion of a four-year journey-level apprenticeship technical training program as an electrician and two years of journey-level experience as an electrician. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid Washington State Journey-level Electrical license. Valid Washington driver's license. Obtain a valid First Aid and CPR Card within the probationary periodENVIRONMENT: Indoor and outdoor environment. Driving a vehicle to conduct work. Noise. PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Kneeling, lifting objects weighing up to 75 pounds. Climbing ladders. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized hand and power tools. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally. Standing and walking for extended periods of time. Bending at the waist. HAZARDS: Exposure to live electrical power supply and high voltage. Working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber. Working at heights and below ground. Potential hazards working with electricity. KNOWLEDGE OF: Methods, practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in the electrical trade. Electrical codes and regulations applicable to facility maintenance, repair, and construction. High voltage installation, tools and safety. Technical aspects in field of specialty. Safe working methods and procedures. Shop math. ABILITY TO: Skillfully use tools and equipment in performing electrical installation, maintenance, and repair activities. Plan, organize, and lay out electrical work. Accurately estimate labor and material costs. Work from diagrams, blueprints, shop drawings, sketches, shop plans, and specifications. Maintain simple records and prepare reports. Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Perform complex or varied tasks. PARKS TACOMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, disability or any other merit factor. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. Parks Tacoma employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Parks Tacoma is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Employment is subject to a national background check.
See More Details >>PeopleReady Skilled Trades is now hiring for certified Journeyman Electricians for projects in Tacoma and surrounding area! Partner with the same contractor, move from project to project. Please call Amy at 206-308-4821! Benefits of Working For PeopleReady Skilled Trades • Work with a team that is motivated to keep you busy. • We offer weekly pay and flexible schedule working on a variety of projects in a large network of contractors. • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and sick time. • Opportunity to go thru OSHA 10 training if you don't have it already. • We offer referral bonuses where you can make up to $500 referring a journey level tradesperson.
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