Electrician Jobs in Maryland

Electrician jobs in Maryland concentrate in construction, federal facilities, and utilities, with steady demand from the state's mix of government-adjacent infrastructure, commercial development, and industrial sites. The busiest hiring markets are Baltimore, the Washington D.C. suburbs, and Annapolis, where large contractors and institutions such as Whiting-Turner Contracting, Pepco Holdings, and Johns Hopkins Health System maintain consistent electrician workforces. Residential and commercial wiring, low-voltage systems, and industrial maintenance are the specialties appearing most often in Maryland postings, covering everything from entry-level apprentices to experienced master electricians. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles68
Top employerKolb Electric
Top cityFrederick, MD
Cities hiring42
Work type95% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Electrician - GMW (1st Shift)
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Electrician - GMW (1st Shift)
Chugach Government Solutions
Annapolis Junction, Maryland
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Engineering Technician III-IV (Electrician) (ESI 0210)
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Engineering Technician III-IV (Electrician) (ESI 0210)
Eagle Systems, Inc.
Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland
Civil & Structural Engineering
Construction
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$60k - $80k/yr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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Maintenance Electrician I, Department of Facility Maintenance (multiple locations), 8hrs/12mos; Ad Closes 11-10-26
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Maintenance Electrician I, Department of Facility Maintenance (multiple locations), 8hrs/12mos; Ad Closes 11-10-26
Montgomery County Public Schools, MD
Silver Spring, Maryland
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$28.57 - $42.13/hr
Associate's degree

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Residential Service Electrician
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Residential Service Electrician
JOHN C FLOOD
Bethesda, Maryland
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
$26 - $40/hr

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Commercial Lighting Electrician -Elkton, MD
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Commercial Lighting Electrician -Elkton, MD
Stones River Electric
Elkton, Maryland
Electrical Engineering
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
201-500

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Electrician Jobs by City in Maryland

Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Frederick
7 jobs
Baltimore
5 jobs
Bethesda
3 jobs
Harmans
2 jobs
Columbia
2 jobs
Annapolis
2 jobs
Beltsville
2 jobs
Fort Meade
2 jobs
Hagerstown
2 jobs

Electrician Job Market in Maryland

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

Who's Hiring

Kolb Electric5 open roles
Mattingly Electric3 open roles
CBRE2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Investment & Asset Management

What Maryland Employers Look For

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

  • Active Maryland Journeyman or Master Electrician license issued by the Maryland Board of Master Electricians
  • Completion of a state-registered apprenticeship program or equivalent documented field hours
  • Proficiency reading blueprints, schematics, and National Electrical Code specifications
  • Experience with commercial, industrial, or residential electrical installation and troubleshooting
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to job sites across the Maryland service area
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety certification preferred by most commercial contractors

Electrician Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an electrician in Maryland?

Becoming an electrician in Maryland requires obtaining a license through the Maryland Board of Master Electricians. Most people start with a registered apprenticeship through a union program or a contractor, accumulating required field hours alongside classroom instruction in the National Electrical Code. After completing the apprenticeship, candidates sit for the Journeyman Electrician exam administered by the Board before applying for a state license to work independently.

Which companies hire electricians in Maryland?

Employers hiring electricians in Maryland right now include Kolb Electric, Mattingly Electric, and CBRE, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Maryland's concentration of federal facilities, hospital campuses, and large commercial construction projects means that both specialty contractors and in-house facilities teams are among the most consistent sources of openings in the state.

Which Maryland cities have the most electrician jobs?

The Maryland cities with the most electrician openings are Frederick, Baltimore, and Bethesda. Baltimore drives much of the volume through its hospital systems, port facilities, and ongoing commercial development, while the D.C.-area suburbs like Rockville and Silver Spring generate demand from federal contractors, data centers, and dense commercial construction activity that keeps local electrical crews consistently employed.

Are there remote electrician jobs in Maryland?

Yes, but they're rare. Electrician work is almost entirely hands-on and site-specific, so remote arrangements are the exception rather than the rule. About 5% of electrician openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve estimating, project management, or technical design support rather than installation and maintenance work in the field.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to a registered apprenticeship program, which lets you earn while you learn under a licensed electrician without prior experience. In Maryland, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers locals and the Independent Electrical Contractors Chesapeake chapter both run multi-year apprenticeship programs open to applicants without a background in the trades. Entry-level helper and electrician's assistant roles at commercial contractors are another common door in, and candidates who have completed any vocational coursework in electrical theory or hold an OSHA 10 card stand out in the applicant pool.

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

You can find and apply to electrician jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings by city or specialty to find roles that match your experience level and license status, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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