How to hire an electrical assistant

How to hire an electrical assistant, step by step

Here's a step-by-step electrical assistant hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an electrical assistant job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new electrical assistant
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your electrical assistant job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find an electrical assistant for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   An electrical assistant's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, electrical assistants from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents electrical assistant salaries for various positions.

   Type of Electrical Assistant	Description	Hourly rate
   Electrical Assistant	Electrical and electronics engineering technicians help engineers design and develop computers, communications equipment, medical monitoring devices, navigational equipment, and other electrical and electronic equipment. They often work in product evaluation and testing, using measuring and diagnostic devices to adjust, test, and repair equipment... Show more	$22-45
   Commercial And Industrial Electrician	A commercial electrician is different from an industrial electrician since both perform in different environments and have distinct training. Commercial electricians are responsible for ensuring that the electrical components and wiring of the structure are working safely and efficiently... Show more	$14-33
   Results Technician	The duties of a Results Technician primarily depend on their line of work or industry of employment. Usually, their responsibilities revolve around conducting tests and assessments based on project guidelines, gathering and reviewing data, performing research and analyses, producing progress reports, and utilizing the research findings to develop and recommend strategies according to project objectives... Show more	$17-32

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Switches
   • Electrical Systems
   • Light Fixtures
   • Circuit Breakers
   • Electrical Components
   • Electrical Outlets
   • Defective Electrical Equipment
   • HVAC
   • Electrical Wire
   • PVC
   • AC
   • Electrical Installation
   • EMT
   • Wire Strippers

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   Responsibilities:

   • Assist with installation of MCC's and PLC's.
   • Install water lines and plumbing fixtures in residences.
   • Assist in installation of HVAC units at residential and commercial sites.
   • Work with motor/ control circuits, PLC, and radio systems.
   • Wire fire alarm, security cameras, also perform EMT, MC cabling.
   • Assist in service changes, with up to 4 inch pvc, including heat-bending and pulling service feeds.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your electrical assistant job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An electrical assistant salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, electrical assistants' average salary in maine is 41% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level electrical assistants earn 52% less than senior-level electrical assistants.
   • Certifications. An electrical assistant with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an electrical assistant's salary.

   Average electrical assistant salary

   $67,056yearly

   $32.24 hourly rate

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   Entry-level electrical assistant salary

   $46,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 24, 2025

4. Writing an electrical assistant job description

   A good electrical assistant job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of an electrical assistant job description:

   Electrical assistant job description example

   The Assistant Electrical HTT Technician assists in performing Electrical Heat treatment for the use of heating normally to extreme temperatures, to achieve a desired result such as hardening or softening of a material. This position assists with heat treatment jobs on a variety of components in the refining, petrochemical, power and construction industries. Also, assists in performing various heat treatment jobs ranging from small to medium size electrical projects and may include other Heat Treat Methods. This position provides assistance to senior technicians in the performance of Heat Treat Services to a diverse client base conditions.
   Essential Job Functions
   Maintains a safe, secure and healthy environment by adhering to Company/Customer safety standards and practices and to legal regulations, alerting others regarding potential hazards or concern Performs all duties as assigned and adheres to TEAM's Core Values and 7 Critical Choices.Assists the work of senior Technicians assigned to project and performing heat treatment duties.Assists with the set up and completion of heat treatment jobs.Conducts job walks with certified technicians and communicates requirements.Interfaces with clients and co-workers.Ensures jobs are completed in a timely manner and according to schedule.May assist Account and Operations Mangers with quoting and scheduling projects.Assists Technician in set-up/tear-down of equipment; perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks, calibrations and overall equipment and facilities upkeep.Assists technicians in project execution and daily tasks associated with providing industrial maintenance services.Assists with proper documentation and reports of services provided.Learns and abides by heat treat procedures.
   Job Qualifications
   High school diploma or equivalent.Must possess valid Driver's License.Heat Treat experience preferred.Travel required.
   Work Conditions
   Position is based out of a branch or site location.Field duties require indoor and outdoor work in a plant atmosphere.Interaction with other crew employees, as well as supervisors and client personnel.Working in plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels.Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection.May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes.May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.
   Physical and Mental Requirements
   Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds Must be able to walk and climb except when performing non-field duties.Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits employee to communicate effectively.Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodations, which permits employee to investigations.Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permit the employee to perform routine office duties.Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodations to perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-site locations.Sufficient personal mobility to maneuver within a refinery or plant environment to include the ability to gain access to elevated platforms via ladders and stairwells.Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively.Excellent communication skills.
   
   TEAM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
   This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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5. Post your job

   To find electrical assistants for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any electrical assistants they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level electrical assistants with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your electrical assistant job on Zippia to find and recruit electrical assistant candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit electrical assistants, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new electrical assistant

   Once you have selected a candidate for the electrical assistant position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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