field experience and a background working on job sites Preferred background: · Lineman Foreman Construction Superintendent · Master Electricians are also acceptable, even if they have not held a formal supervisory role.…
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Electrician jobs in Columbus, OH
Electricians install, maintain, and repair wiring, panels, and electrical systems in homes, businesses, and industrial sites, working to code and passing inspection.
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fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring: ~ Valid Journeyman Electrician License or 8,000 verified electrical hours ~5+ years of experience in solar or…
$110.7k - $218.3k
Position Summary Join Deloitte’s SAP practice and build a career at the forefront of business transformation, where innovation, industry insight, and leading technology come together to solve complex challenges. You’ll w…
What Application Development & Maintenance contributes to Cardinal HealthApplication Development & Maintenance performs configuration or coding to develop, enhance and sustain the organization's software systems in a cro…
Overview : An electrical technician installs, troubleshoots, maintains and repairs electrical systems and components of industrial machinery, equipment and building systems following electrical code, manuals, schematic d…
DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
$25 - $32 per hour
Job Title: Electrician Job Description We are seeking a skilled electrician to join our team, capable of starting immediately. The candidate will be responsible for various electrical tasks as directed by the foreman. Re…
Generator Field Service Technician — Where Precision and Reliability Are Valued If you're a technician who takes satisfaction in doing the job right the first time, Generator Systems LLC was built for people like you. We…
talented people driven to be highly productive members of the team with an emphasis on integrity and learning. CURRENT OPPORTUNITY: Electrician Apprentice Responsible for assisting journeyman and apprentices by carrying…
$27.45 - $34.28 per hour
What You Can Expect As our Electrician II, at The Ohio State University, with the supervision of the High Voltage Manager & Supervisor, you will be responsible for performing duties as a highly skilled electrician in the…
$30.43 - $40.52 per hour
What You Can Expect As our Electrician I at Ohio State University, you will install, operate, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair utility low, medium, and high voltage electric utility plant, generation, and distribution…
We’re looking for a skilled and dependable Journeyman Electrician to join our team and help lead electrical work on commercial construction projects. This role is hands-on and leadership-driven, you’ll be responsible for…
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What electricians earn in Columbus
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $18–$25 | $38k–$52k |
| Journeyman | $25–$34 | $52k–$71k |
| Master / Lead | $33–$48 | $68k–$100k |
Adjusted for the Columbus market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
NEC code knowledgeConduit bending and installationPanel and breaker workBlueprint readingCircuit troubleshootingLockout/tagout safetyHand and power toolsCustomer communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you troubleshoot a circuit that keeps tripping its breaker?
Walk the logic: identify the load, isolate sections, check for overload versus short versus ground fault, and test rather than guess. Method over speed.
What is your licensing status and where are you in your hours?
State your license or apprenticeship hours plainly, including the state. If you are close to journeyman, give the timeline.
Tell me about a time you found work that was not to code. What did you do?
Show that you flagged it, explained the risk to the customer or foreman, and corrected it properly rather than working around it.
How do you stay safe working near energized equipment?
Mention lockout/tagout, testing before touching, PPE, and refusing shortcuts under schedule pressure. Employers hire the habit, not the bravado.
What types of projects have you worked: residential, commercial, or industrial?
Be specific about the settings and systems, such as service upgrades, lighting circuits, motor controls, or panel changes.
How do you keep up with NEC code changes?
Mention code update courses, continuing education for your license, or working through changes with your inspector. Curiosity here reads as professionalism.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For electricians specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State your license level and state up front: apprentice hours logged, journeyman, or master.
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List OSHA 10 or 30 certification and any NFPA 70E arc-flash training.
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Specify your settings: residential service, commercial build-outs, or industrial controls.
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Quantify project scope, such as panel upgrades completed or square footage wired.
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Name systems you know beyond wiring, like EV chargers, solar interconnects, or generators.
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Mention a clean inspection record; passing rough-in and final on the first try is a selling point.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Apprentice Electrician
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Journeyman Electrician
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Master Electrician
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Electrical Contractor
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