Careers · Helpers--Electricians · New Jersey
Helpers--Electricians in New Jersey
Electrician helpers assist licensed electricians with installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment. They hold tools, organize materials, prepare work sites, and clean up after jobs In New Jersey the median pay is $44,550 a year, 4% above the national median of $42,670.
$44,550median pay in New Jersey, per year
$37,870–$48,170middle half earn
1,670employed in New Jersey
$42,670U.S. median, for comparison
Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against helpers--electricians and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against helpers--electricians and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
What it takes
Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most hold a high school diploma.
Skills that matter most
Active ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingCoordinationTroubleshootingQuality Control AnalysisJudgment and Decision MakingActive Learning
Knowledge areas
Building and ConstructionMechanicalPublic Safety and SecurityDesignCustomer and Personal ServiceAdministration and Management
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Helpers--Electricians.
Licenses and training in New Jersey
Helpers--Electricians pay in other states
Washington · $61,110Missouri · $58,340Colorado · $56,420Connecticut · $56,020California · $52,080Oregon · $49,800Massachusetts · $48,340District of Columbia · $48,300New Mexico · $48,030Hawaii · $47,890
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against helpers--electricians and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against helpers--electricians and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 47-3013.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New Jersey, annual.