Electrician Jobs in Georgia

Electrician jobs in Georgia are in strong demand, concentrated in commercial construction, industrial manufacturing, and utility infrastructure across a market that consistently ranks among the Southeast's most active. Most openings are in Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta, where employers like Georgia Power, Brasfield and Gorrie, and Holder Construction maintain a lasting presence. The specialties drawing the most consistent hiring are industrial controls, low-voltage systems, and high-voltage transmission work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles130+
Top employerShaw Industries
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Cities hiring58
Work type90% On-site
Top industryFood

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Electrician, Maintenance
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Electrician, Maintenance
Kemira
Augusta, Georgia
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED

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Electrician I
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Electrician I
Mohawk Industries
Dalton, Georgia
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
10,000+

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Traffic Signal Electrician
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Traffic Signal Electrician
City of Roswell, Georgia
Roswell, Georgia
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$21.89 - $28.45/hr
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Industrial Electrician
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Industrial Electrician
Vulcan Materials Company
Kennesaw, Georgia
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Electrician Jobs by City in Georgia

Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Atlanta
25 jobs
Augusta
10 jobs
Dalton
6 jobs
Marietta
5 jobs
Savannah
5 jobs
Albany
4 jobs
Norcross
3 jobs
Smyrna
2 jobs
Calhoun
2 jobs

Electrician Job Market in Georgia

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

Who's Hiring

Shaw Industries5 open roles
Ace Electric4 open roles
CGL Companies3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage
  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Fashion & Apparel
  • Chemicals & Materials

What Georgia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrician jobs across Georgia.

  • Active Georgia electrical license issued by the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors
  • Completion of a four-year apprenticeship program or equivalent journeyman-level field experience
  • Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and technical schematics
  • Familiarity with National Electrical Code standards as adopted and enforced in Georgia
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites across assigned Georgia service area
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety certification preferred by most commercial contractors

Electrician Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an electrician in Georgia?

Becoming a licensed electrician in Georgia requires completing an apprenticeship or equivalent experience, then passing the examination administered through the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors. Residential electricians pursue the Residential Basic or Residential Light Commercial license, while those doing commercial and industrial work pursue the Unrestricted Electrical Contractor license. Most candidates complete formal training through a union apprenticeship with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers or an independent technical college program before sitting for the licensing exam.

Which companies hire electricians in Georgia?

Georgia electrician roles are posted by Shaw Industries, Ace Electric, and CGL Companies and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Georgia's ongoing commercial construction boom and expanding industrial base mean that both large regional contractors and utility companies are among the most consistent sources of full-time openings.

Which Georgia cities have the most electrician jobs?

Atlanta, Augusta, and Dalton post the most electrician openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates due to its volume of commercial construction, corporate campus buildouts, and data center projects, while Savannah's growth is tied to port expansion and logistics facility construction, and Augusta draws openings from its healthcare, defense, and manufacturing sectors.

Are there remote electrician jobs in Georgia?

Yes, but they're rare. About 10% of electrician openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects the hands-on, on-site nature of most electrical work. The small share of remote-eligible positions typically involves estimating, project management, or inspection coordination roles for electricians who have moved into office-based functions.

How can I get hired as an electrician in Georgia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to a registered apprenticeship program through a Georgia-based IBEW local or an independent electrical contractor that partners with a technical college such as Georgia Piedmont Technical College or Chattahoochee Technical College. Large commercial contractors in Atlanta and Savannah regularly bring on pre-apprentice helpers who earn while they train. Candidates who already hold an OSHA 10 card or have completed any electrical coursework gain a clear edge over applicants with no credentials at all.

Where can I find and apply to electrician jobs in Georgia?

You can find and apply to electrician jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings. Find roles that fit your experience level and location, then apply directly to the employer.

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