Electrical Technician Jobs in New Jersey

Electrical Technician jobs in New Jersey are consistently active, with demand concentrated in pharmaceuticals, utilities, defense contracting, and industrial manufacturing across every level from entry-level apprentice to senior systems technician. The heaviest hiring is in Newark, Trenton, and Edison, where employers like PSE&G, Johnson & Johnson, and L3Harris maintain long-established operations. The most in-demand specialties include industrial controls, low-voltage systems, and instrumentation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles22
Top employerMcWane
Top cityKearny, NJ
Cities hiring20
Work type100% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Trinity Solar
Electrical Technician
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Electrical Technician
Trinity Solar
Wall, New Jersey
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$30 - $35/hr
1,001-5,000

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Liscio's Italian Bakery Inc.
PM Maintenance Technician (Electrical Experience Preferred)
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PM Maintenance Technician (Electrical Experience Preferred)
Liscio's Italian Bakery Inc.
Glassboro, New Jersey
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED

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Mechanic / Electrical Service Technician – Overhead Crane Specialist
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Mechanic / Electrical Service Technician – Overhead Crane Specialist
Remco Overhead Crane
Pompton Lakes, New Jersey
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
$30 - $35/hr
On-Site

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Hytorc
Electrical Repair Technician
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Hytorc
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Electrical Repair Technician
Hytorc
South Hackensack, New Jersey
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Technical Program Management
$22 - $28/hr
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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Henderson Products
Automotive Electrical & Wiring - Installation Technician
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Henderson Products
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Automotive Electrical & Wiring - Installation Technician
Henderson Products
Kenvil, New Jersey
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Technical Program Management
$24 - $27/hr
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
201-500

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Electrical Technician Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Kearny
2 jobs
Phillipsburg
2 jobs
Wall
1 job
Dayton
1 job
Kenvil
1 job
Warren
1 job
Clifton
1 job
Keyport
1 job
Cranford
1 job

Electrical Technician Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

McWane
McWane2 open roles
Hytorc
Hytorc1 open role
Amatrol
Amatrol1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Electronics & Hardware

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical technician jobs across New Jersey.

  • Active New Jersey Electrical Contractor or Journeyman License or equivalent recognized credential
  • Hands-on experience with industrial or commercial electrical systems and equipment
  • Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
  • Familiarity with NFPA 70 National Electrical Code and applicable OSHA safety standards
  • Experience with programmable logic controllers, instrumentation, or building automation systems
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to job sites across New Jersey

Electrical Technician Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a electrical technician in New Jersey?

New Jersey regulates electrical work through the State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors, which issues Journeyman Electrician and Electrical Contractor licenses. Most employers require at minimum a Journeyman credential, earned by completing an approved apprenticeship program and passing the state exam. Many candidates start through programs run by IBEW Local unions or community college associates in electrical technology before sitting for the New Jersey licensing exam.

Which companies hire electrical technicians in New Jersey?

Employers hiring electrical technicians in New Jersey right now include McWane, Hytorc, and Amatrol, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New Jersey's dense pharmaceutical corridor along Route 1 and its major utility infrastructure create particularly steady demand from industrial and facilities-focused employers.

Which New Jersey cities have the most electrical technician jobs?

Kearny, Phillipsburg, and Wall have the most electrical technician openings in New Jersey. Newark drives volume through its utility, logistics, and commercial construction sectors, while Edison and Trenton reflect the dense industrial and pharmaceutical manufacturing base in central New Jersey that keeps facilities and instrumentation technicians in consistent demand.

Are there remote electrical technician jobs in New Jersey?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of electrical technician openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on, on-site nature of most electrical technician work. The roles most likely to include any remote component are those focused on design review, documentation, or technical support rather than installation or maintenance.

How can I get hired as a electrical technician in New Jersey with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a registered apprenticeship, particularly programs offered by IBEW Local 102, Local 164, or similar New Jersey affiliates, which combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Community colleges like Middlesex County College offer associate degrees in electrical technology that qualify graduates for entry-level technician roles at industrial and facilities employers. Candidates without a degree can also move laterally from HVAC helper or maintenance assistant positions, and earning an OSHA 10-card before applying gives a measurable edge.

Where can I find and apply to electrical technician jobs in New Jersey?

You can find and apply to electrical technician jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly.

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