Why this matches you
What is an Electrician?
An Electrician installs, connects, tests, and repairs wiring, outlets, lights, circuit breakers, and electrical equipment in homes, buildings, and job sites. They read plans, run wire through walls and ceilings, use hand and power tools, and check that systems work safely. Their work keeps power flowing and buildings lit, working, and safer.
Pay & earning potential
Starting wage
Long-term earning potential
The earning potential for Electricians typically ranges from
$53,023
to $102,196 annually.
The median salary, representing the typical worker, is $79,734.
About this job
What you might do day to day
- Create construction or installation diagrams.
- Thread wire or cable through ducts or conduits.
- Repair electrical equipment.
- Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
Helpful traits for this job
- Dependability
- Attention to Detail
- Cautiousness
- Integrity
- Perseverance
How to apply
Apply online at www.ibew325.net any time during the recruitment period. You must also pass the Electrical Trades Aptitude Test and pay the $22 testing fee by the deadline.
Job requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma such as TASC or GED. Proof will be required after selection and prior to enrollment in apprenticeship.
- Must be physically able to perform the work required as determined by a physician of the JATC’s choice, at the expense of the sponsor, after selection and prior to enrollment in apprenticeship.
- Electrician work may include climbing and working from ladders, scaffolds, poles, or towers of various heights.
- Electrician work may include crawling and working in confined spaces such as attics, manholes, and crawlspaces.
- Must be able to read, hear, and understand instructions and warnings.
- Must be a resident for at least six months within the jurisdiction of Local Union #325, including Broome County; Chenango County townships of Afton, Bainbridge, Coventry, German, Greene, Guilford, Lincklaen, McDonough, North Norwich, Norwich, Otselic, Oxford, Pharslia, Pitcher, Plymouth, Preston, Smithville, and Smyrna; Delaware County townships of Davenport, Delhi, Deposit, Franklin, Hamden, Masonville, Meredith, Sidney, Tompkins, Walton, and that portion of Colchester and Hancock north of the East Branch of the Delaware River; Otsego County townships of Butternuts, Harwick, Laurens, Maryland, Milford, Morris, Oneonta, Otego, Unadilla, and Westford; and Tioga County townships of Berkshire, Newark Valley, Owego, Richford, and Tioga.
- Must have reliable transportation to and from work and required classes at the approved school.
- Must possess a valid NYS driver’s license. Apprentices may be required to operate company vehicles.
- Must provide DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, if applicable, after selection and prior to enrollment in apprenticeship.
More information
Contact Local Union #325 at (607) 729-6171 for further information.
- Organization
- Local Union #325
- Phone
- (607) 729-6171
- Website
- Visit website