Electrician Jobs in New Jersey

Salary

$52,308.32 - $64,131.27 Annually

Location

Ramapo College, Main Campus - Mahwah NJ

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202300408

Core

Operational Integration Core

Department

Facilities Building Maintenance

Opening Date

06/11/2026

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

IFPTE

About Ramapo College of New Jersey

Ramapo College of New Jersey is the state’s premier public liberal arts college, where students build the confidence, skills, and perspective to thrive in a changing world. Located on a breathtaking 300-acre campus in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains and just a short trip from New York City, Ramapo blends the best of both worlds: natural beauty, state-of-the-art facilities, and access to one of the world’s most dynamic job markets.

With approximately 6,000 students, Ramapo offers a personalized, student-centered experience defined by a 16:1 student–faculty ratio, small classes, and faculty who mentor, challenge, and inspire. Students can explore over 40 undergraduate majors and a growing portfolio of graduate programs in fields such as Business Administration, Data Science, Nursing, Educational Leadership, Social Work, Special Education, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice. Across every discipline, Ramapo emphasizes hands-on learning through internships, co-ops, study abroad, faculty research, service projects, and real-world experiences that prepare students for meaningful careers.

Our campus is home to cutting-edge academic spaces, including the Anisfield School of Business, the Adler Center for Nursing Excellence, the Sharp Sustainability Education Center, the Berrie Center for Performing and Visual Arts, the Les Paul Music Studio, and the Peter P. Mercer Learning Commons. Ramapo’s award-winning residence halls are consistently ranked among the best in New Jersey.

Nationally recognized for excellence and value, Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public colleges by College Choice, named a Best Regional University North by U.S. News & World Report, and celebrated by Kiplinger’s, Money Magazine, Colleges of Distinction, and Victory Media’s Military Friendly rankings.

At Ramapo, students don’t just earn degrees; they discover their strengths, explore new possibilities, and build the foundation for bold futures.

Working at Ramapo

Ramapo College of New Jersey has been recognized as a “Great College to Work For,” where our employees are at the heart of everything we do. We foster an equitable and fair workplace where ideas are welcomed, contributions are valued, and individuals are encouraged to grow both professionally and personally. Employees benefit from meaningful work, opportunities for development, and the chance to make a lasting impact on students’ lives every day.

At Ramapo College, we believe excellence is achieved through teamwork, respect, accountability, innovation, and a shared commitment to learning. Our all-hands-on deck culture requires leadership at all levels to ensure we achieve our mission, implement our goals, and invest in our future one student at a time. We are proud to offer a supportive environment that values well-being and continuous improvement. We believe in being bold, being kind, and being good teammates, making Ramapo not just a place to work, but a great place to belong.

Ramapo College offers outstanding benefits through the New Jersey State Benefits system, generous PTO, professional development opportunities, wellness programs, tuition discounts for employees and their dependents, and much more.

Examples of Duties

Compensation:

IFPTE - C16 - Steps 1-6

$61k-$64k
Internal applicant's salary is determined based on union-negotiated calculations

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, IFPTE position, and hours of work and days are determined by the supervisor. Note: Employees serving in job titles assigned specific workweek limits of 35 or 40 hours are entitled to be compensated for approved time worked in excess of their normal workweek at the rate of time and one-half.

Days/Hours - Monday through Friday - 7: 30 am to 4:00 p.m.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Electrical Supervisor, does varied types of work involved in the installation, inspection, repair, servicing, and maintenance of electrical equipment, appliances, machinery, and circuits; does related work as required.

Duties:

• Inspects electrical wiring, fixtures, appliances, generators, pumps, power circuits, ascertains the nature of needed repairs and/or replacement; does whatever repair and installation work is necessary.
• Installs, maintains, inspects, repairs, and services power and light feeders, generating and control equipment, relays, transformers, pumps, switches, outlets, signal systems, and other electrical wiring, cables, fixtures, and appliances of varied types.
• Maintains in good working order electrical fixtures, appliances, and other equipment and replaces worn parts.
• Uses various types of test equipment such as ammeters, voltmeters, and ohmmeters.
• Makes emergency electrical repairs, trouble shoots malfunctions and breakdowns; inspects work in progress and completed work for defects, fire hazards or other unsafe conditions.
• Is familiar with the use and nomenclature of various types of conduits and fittings, cables, insulators, and other equipment.
• Works from electrical schematics and specifications in accordance with established procedures.
• Requisitions, stores, safeguards, and properly uses electrical equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Keeps records of equipment used, work done, and time spent.
• Safeguards the confidentiality of college personnel records, files, fiscal data, correspondence and similar confidential materials.
• May be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the college, office, or related units.

Organizational Security Responsibilities:

This position requires adherence to the organization's information security policies and procedures. All employees share responsibility for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the organization’s mission essential IT assets, regardless of role. Individuals in this role are expected to apply appropriate safeguards, participate in required security awareness training, and promptly report potential security incidents in accordance with institutional policies.

Qualifications

Requirements:

Experience:

Three (3) years experience in work involving the installation, inspection, repair, servicing, and maintenance of electrical equipment, appliances, machinery, and circuits.

License:

Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of the problems, equipment, and techniques involved in installing, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining cables, wiring, generators, pumps, NEC and OSHA codes, switchboards, and circuits.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and diagrams.
• Ability to analyze problems involving electrical installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair work, and develop effective work methods.
• Ability to install, inspect, repair, and maintain cables, wiring, generators, pumps, and other types of electrical equipment, appliances, fixture, machinery, and circuits under varying circumstances.
• Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to order, store, safeguard, and properly use equipment, materials and supplies.
• Ability to observe the required safety precautions.
• Ability to keep simple records of work done, materials used, and time spent.
• Ability to learn & use various computer applications, electronic and manual recording & control systems.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.

Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodations is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible