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
Pick up and submit applications in person at Local Union #241 in Ithaca during weekday office hours. Applications must be received by March 31, 2027.
Job requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have a high school diploma or a high school equivalency diploma such as TASC or GED with one year of Elementary Algebra or Math I.
- An academic transcript will be required after acceptance into the program.
- Must be physically able to perform the work required, as determined by a physical exam at the expense of the sponsor after acceptance into the program.
- Must pass a drug/alcohol screening at the expense of the sponsor after acceptance into the program.
- Must be able to climb and work from ladders, scaffolds, poles, or towers of various lengths and heights.
- Must be willing and able to commute to any jobsite within the geographical jurisdiction of Local #241.
- The jurisdiction includes all of Tompkins County except Groton Township; Genoa Township in Cayuga County; Catherine, Cayuta, and Hector townships in Schuyler County; Covert and Lodi townships in Seneca County; and Candor and Spencer townships in Tioga County.
- Must have reliable transportation to and be willing to commute to any job site within the union’s geographic area.
- Must have been employed or be a resident of Local #241 jurisdiction for 1 year prior to recruitment.
- The jurisdiction is the counties of Cayuga, Schuyler, Seneca, Tioga and Tompkins.
- Must have reliable transportation to attend all related classroom training, as required.
More information
For further information, contact Electricians JAC Ithaca Local #241 at (607) 272-2809.
- Organization
- Electricians JAC Ithaca Local #241
- Phone
- (607) 272-2809