Electrician Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New Jersey
Electrician visa sponsorship jobs in New Jersey are concentrated in the state's dense construction corridor, from Newark and Jersey City to the pharma-heavy hubs of New Brunswick and Princeton. Large contractors like Electric, PSE&G, and commercial construction firms regularly seek licensed electricians, with demand driven by ongoing infrastructure upgrades, transit projects, and industrial facility buildouts across the state.
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INTRODUCTION
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Où se trouve le travail :
Sur site (5 jours)
What's in it for you:
Trane in Trenton, NJ is hiring a 2nd Shift Maintenance Electrician!
Expected shift hours: 2:00pm-10:00pm.
What you will do:
Performs any combination of (but not limited to) the following duties according to specific department guidelines:
- Responsible for helping to maintain and repair all machines and equipment in the facility.
- Performs all electrical repairs. Works closely with machine adjusters during repairs as well as managing the processes to ensure preventive maintenance is performed to ensure highest output of machines.
- Read and evaluate electrical schematics and plans to repair, maintain and install equipment.
- Assist employees with repairs and diagnosis of equipment problems.
- Responsible for general maintenance and electrical work of grounds, facilities, processes and equipment.
- Experience in reading and troubleshooting from blueprints & schematics with system voltages 240 and 480 three-phase system.
- Troubleshoot and maintain motor control centers, motor start circuits, control loops, generators, high voltage switchgear, protective relaying, and related equipment.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical control.
- Use hand and power tools related to the electrical trades.
- Strong math skills including measurement.
- Troubleshoot, read, and edit PLC logic.
- Troubleshoot using meters, computer, schematics and manuals.
- Work independently and take ownership while working in a team environment.
- Maintain automation systems and interfacing with other factory control systems (PLC’s, HMI’s, robotics, drives and computers).
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
What you will bring:
- Experience performing complex electrical, electronics, computer, and PLC industrial maintenance.
- Demonstrated competency with Allen-Bradley PLC 5000, PanelView and SLC 500 equipment shown by passing Allen-Bradley skills requirement criteria.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Proficient reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics.
- Ability to use electrical/electronic testing equipment such as multi-meters, ammeters, megohm meters, high potential testers, oscilloscopes, digital probes to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical control.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
Fourchette de salaire de base annuel ou fourchette de rémunération horaire de base :
$34.90
Type de rémunération :
Horaire
Admissible à l’incitation :
No
Éligible à la commission sur les ventes :
No
Avertissement Nous nous efforçons d’offrir une rémunération compétitive pour ce poste, adaptée à divers facteurs. La rémunération effective dépendra notamment de l’ancienneté, du mérite, de la localisation géographique, du niveau d’études, de l’expérience, des exigences en matière de déplacements et de l’appartenance syndicale. Notre fourchette de rémunération est généralement basée sur la moyenne nationale du pays. Par ailleurs, les avantages peuvent varier en fonction de la région, de l’organisation de l’entreprise, de l’implication syndicale et du statut de l’employé.
Épanouissez-vous au travail et à la maison :
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- Les avantages pour la construction de la famille incluent la couverture fertilité et l’aide à l’adoption/gestation pour autrui.
- Contribution 401K jusqu’à 6 %, plus une contribution de base supplémentaire de 2 % = jusqu’à 8 % de contribution de l’entreprise.
- Les congés payés comprennent 15 jours de congés, 9 jours fériés payés, 3 jours fériés flottants, des congés maladie, ainsi que des options supplémentaires pour soutenir le bénévolat et le congé parental.
- Opportunités éducatives et de formation via des programmes d’entreprise ainsi que des aides aux frais de scolarité et un soutien à la dette étudiante.
Avertissement : Les prestations offertes peuvent varier selon les conventions collectives de barrage et les réglementations locales/étatiques.
Poste à sensibilité en matière de sécurité
Yes
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Electrician Job Roles in New Jersey
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Search Electrician Jobs in New JerseyElectrician Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for electricians in New Jersey?
Electrical contractors serving New Jersey's infrastructure and commercial sectors are the most active sponsors. Firms supporting PSE&G substation work, large general contractors on transit projects like NJ Transit expansions, and industrial electrical contractors serving pharmaceutical campuses in the Route 1 corridor have historically filed for skilled trade workers. Union signatory shops affiliated with IBEW Local 102 and Local 164 may also have sponsorship pathways for qualified foreign electricians.
Which visa types are most common for electrician roles in New Jersey?
The H-2B visa is the most common pathway for temporary electrician roles, covering seasonal or project-based work where employers can demonstrate a shortage of available U.S. workers. The H-1B visa is rarely applicable since electrician roles generally don't meet the specialty occupation standard requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field. EB-3 immigrant visas are an option for permanent positions when employers pursue PERM labor certification.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most electrician sponsorship jobs?
Newark, Jersey City, and Hoboken lead in volume due to ongoing high-rise residential and commercial construction. New Brunswick, Trenton, and Edison see strong demand tied to pharmaceutical and manufacturing facility work. Atlantic City periodically generates project-based demand from casino and hospitality renovation. Northern New Jersey generally offers the highest concentration of opportunities given its proximity to New York City's construction ecosystem.
How to find electrician visa sponsorship jobs in New Jersey?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international workers seeking visa sponsorship in the U.S. You can filter directly for electrician roles in New Jersey to see employers who have indicated willingness to sponsor. Because sponsoring a trade worker involves PERM or H-2B visa filings, focusing on larger electrical contractors and construction firms with active federal projects in New Jersey will give you the most realistic opportunities.
Are there state-specific requirements electricians should know before pursuing sponsorship in New Jersey?
New Jersey requires electricians to hold a state-issued license, with separate classifications for Journeyman and Master Electrician. Foreign-trained workers should be aware that licensing boards may require credential evaluation and proof of work hours before a license is granted, independent of visa status. Sponsors will generally expect candidates to either hold a New Jersey license or demonstrate a clear path to obtaining one, since unlicensed workers cannot legally perform electrical work on most job sites.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored electrician jobs in New Jersey?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.