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Ohio's electrician workforce powers major industrial hubs across Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, with demand driven by manufacturing plants, data centers, and ongoing infrastructure projects. Large contractors like IEC, IBEW-affiliated firms, and industrial employers actively hire electricians. Visa sponsorship is available, particularly for roles requiring specialized commercial or industrial experience.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 71638
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers.
This role in summary
The Electrician function specializes in the installation, repairs and maintenance of electrical components, wiring and electrical equipment in all machinery and facilities. This role utilizes tools and testing equipment to complete electrical work and typically works on the most complex aspects of projects.
Your responsibilities will include
- Plans new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specifications and local electrical codes.
- Figures layout, installs, and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment, such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels, fastening in place with screws or bolts, using hand tools and power tools.
- Installs, connects, tests, and sustains electrical systems for a variety of purposes, including climate control, security, and communications.
- Prepares sketches showing location of wiring and equipment, or follows diagrams or blueprints, ensuring that concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceilings, and flooring.
- Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit, using tools, such as hacksaw, pipe threader, and conduit bender.
- Pulls wiring through conduit, assisted by electrician helper.
- Splices wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads, using knife or pliers, twisting or soldering wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps.
- Connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment, using hand tools.
- Connects power cables to equipment, such as electric range or motor, and installs grounding leads.
- Tests continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components, using testing instruments, such as ohmmeter, battery and buzzer, and oscilloscope.
- Observes functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement.
- May repair faulty equipment or systems.
- May cut and weld steel structural members, using flame-cutting and welding equipment.
- May be required to hold a license.
Minimum requirements
Education: High School Diploma or GED is required.
Certifications/Licenses: Journeyman Industrial Electrician card from a verified 8,000-hour program.
Ability to obtain a PIT License.
Work Experience: In lieu of a Journeyman card, candidates must have at least 5 years of documented experience as an Industrial Electrician.
Technical/Product Knowledge: Proficiency with PLC Machine Controls.
The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move heavier items with assistance.
- Ability to remain on feet for extended periods (8–12 hours) and navigate a large-scale manufacturing floor. This includes frequent walking, climbing stairs or ladders, and standing on concrete surfaces.
- Frequent requirement to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to access electrical panels, wiring, and machinery in confined spaces.
- High level of precision and finger dexterity required for handling small components, intricate wiring, and operating specialized hand and power tools.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision (essential for wire identification), peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Work is performed in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with exposure to high noise levels (PPE required).
- Exposure to varied temperatures and proximity to moving mechanical parts, robotics, and high-voltage electrical systems.
- Must be able to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots.
Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID: 71638
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers.
This role in summary
The Electrician function specializes in the installation, repairs and maintenance of electrical components, wiring and electrical equipment in all machinery and facilities. This role utilizes tools and testing equipment to complete electrical work and typically works on the most complex aspects of projects.
Your responsibilities will include
- Plans new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specifications and local electrical codes.
- Figures layout, installs, and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment, such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels, fastening in place with screws or bolts, using hand tools and power tools.
- Installs, connects, tests, and sustains electrical systems for a variety of purposes, including climate control, security, and communications.
- Prepares sketches showing location of wiring and equipment, or follows diagrams or blueprints, ensuring that concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceilings, and flooring.
- Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit, using tools, such as hacksaw, pipe threader, and conduit bender.
- Pulls wiring through conduit, assisted by electrician helper.
- Splices wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads, using knife or pliers, twisting or soldering wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps.
- Connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment, using hand tools.
- Connects power cables to equipment, such as electric range or motor, and installs grounding leads.
- Tests continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components, using testing instruments, such as ohmmeter, battery and buzzer, and oscilloscope.
- Observes functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement.
- May repair faulty equipment or systems.
- May cut and weld steel structural members, using flame-cutting and welding equipment.
- May be required to hold a license.
Minimum requirements
Education: High School Diploma or GED is required.
Certifications/Licenses: Journeyman Industrial Electrician card from a verified 8,000-hour program.
Ability to obtain a PIT License.
Work Experience: In lieu of a Journeyman card, candidates must have at least 5 years of documented experience as an Industrial Electrician.
Technical/Product Knowledge: Proficiency with PLC Machine Controls.
The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move heavier items with assistance.
- Ability to remain on feet for extended periods (8–12 hours) and navigate a large-scale manufacturing floor. This includes frequent walking, climbing stairs or ladders, and standing on concrete surfaces.
- Frequent requirement to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to access electrical panels, wiring, and machinery in confined spaces.
- High level of precision and finger dexterity required for handling small components, intricate wiring, and operating specialized hand and power tools.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision (essential for wire identification), peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Work is performed in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with exposure to high noise levels (PPE required).
- Exposure to varied temperatures and proximity to moving mechanical parts, robotics, and high-voltage electrical systems.
- Must be able to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots.
Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
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Search Electrician Jobs in OhioElectrician Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for electricians in Ohio?
Electrical contractors serving Ohio's manufacturing and industrial sectors are the most active sponsors, including large commercial contractors operating in Columbus, Cleveland, and Dayton. Companies supporting automotive plants, data center buildouts, and utility infrastructure projects are particularly likely to sponsor. IBEW-affiliated union contractors and national electrical service firms with Ohio operations have also filed sponsorship petitions for qualified electricians.
Which visa types are most common for electrician roles in Ohio?
The H-2B visa is the most common path for electricians, covering temporary non-agricultural workers in skilled trades. For longer-term or permanent positions, employers may pursue H-1B visa sponsorship if the role meets specialty occupation criteria, though this is less common for trade positions. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification is another pathway for electricians with permanent job offers from Ohio employers.
Which cities in Ohio have the most electrician sponsorship jobs?
Columbus leads Ohio for electrician sponsorship activity, driven by rapid data center expansion and commercial construction growth. Cleveland follows, with demand tied to industrial facilities and infrastructure redevelopment projects along Lake Erie. Cincinnati's manufacturing corridor and Dayton's aerospace and defense facilities also generate consistent electrician hiring. Smaller industrial cities like Akron and Toledo occasionally post sponsored positions tied to plant maintenance contracts.
How to find electrician visa sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate aggregates visa sponsorship electrician jobs filtered specifically to Ohio, saving you the time of sorting through listings that don't offer sponsorship. You can browse roles by city or employer type and filter to trades-specific positions. Because Ohio's sponsorship market is concentrated in industrial and commercial contracting, Migrate Mate's filters help surface the employers who have an active history of sponsoring electricians rather than those listing it as a vague possibility.
Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for electricians seeking visa sponsorship?
Ohio requires electricians to hold a state-issued license, and employers sponsoring workers must ensure the hire meets Ohio's licensing standards before the worker can legally perform electrical work. The Department of Labor's prevailing wage requirements apply to sponsored positions, meaning the offered compensation must meet federally determined rates for the Columbus, Cleveland, or Cincinnati metro area where the work occurs. Applicants should confirm licensure eligibility early in the process.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored electrician jobs in Ohio?
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.