Electricians for hire in Preston
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Most popular skills
Electrical Experience10%Communication Skills8%Maintenance6%Education level
High school diploma or GED67%Vocational or technical training27%Bachelor's degree3%Years of experience
Less than a year14%1-2 years2%3-5 years8%Current company
1st Central Lettings/Custom tape ltdAIM ElectricalAmey Garth PrisonTime at current job
Less than a year12%1-2 years12%2-5 years23%
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Last updated: 4 Sept 2026
Electrician: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Preston: £41,879 yearly
- Typical salaries range from £33,337 – £52,610 yearly
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Electrician
Walton le Dale
Licenses & certifications
CSCSBS 7671 IET Wiring RegulationsCar up to 3.5 TonnesNVQElectrical ExperienceDriving Licence+3 moreSkills
Time ManagementFact CheckingManual HandlingBasic MathsProblem ManagementCommunication SkillsElectrician
Preston
Licenses & certifications
BS 7671 IET Wiring RegulationsCar up to 3.5 TonnesFirst AidNVQFirst Aid CertificationElectrical Experience+2 moreSkills
Electrical ExperienceHand ToolsTechnical TroubleshootingProject ManagementMaintenanceLeadershipElectrician
Preston
Licenses & certifications
CSCSFood HygieneNVQElectrical ExperienceFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateSkills
Time ManagementCustomer ServiceCash HandlingStockingStock ReplenishmentPOSElectrician
Preston
Licenses & certifications
BS 7671 IET Wiring RegulationsPeriodic Inspection and TestingPortable Appliance Testing (PAT)Mobile Elevating Work PlatformsElectrical TestingCherry Picker+1 moreSkills
Electrical SystemsElectrical WiringBS 7671 IET Wiring RegulationsElectrical TestingElectrical DesignPreventive MaintenanceSolar PV Electrician
Preston
Licenses & certifications
BS 7671 IET Wiring RegulationsCar up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingDriving LicenceAsbestos AwarenessSafe Working at HeightSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsEmergency Lighting SystemsRenewable EnergyPhotovoltaic SystemsSolar InstallationElectrician
Preston
Licenses & certifications
DBS Check ProcessingBS 7671 IET Wiring RegulationsFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationElectrical ExperienceEnergy and Utilities Experience+1 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsElectrical Fault DiagnosisElectrical ExperienceElectrical SystemsElectrical Testing
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What's the average time to fill an electrician role?
The average time to fill an electrician role is 68 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do electricians tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an electrician include: electrical experience, communication skills and maintenance.
What licenses or certifications are common for an electrician?
Common licenses or certifications for electricians include: Driving Licence, Car up to 3 5 Tonnes and BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations.
What are some job titles related to electricians?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to electricians include: hydraulic technician, electricians mate and self employed approved electrician.
What level of education is common for an electrician?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for an electrician in Preston, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an electrician?
Most electricians have 11 years of professional experience.
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