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Electrician Cover Letter Example

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If you use our free downloadable electrician cover letter sample and expert writing tips, you'll be shocked by how fast you land interviews!

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Electrician Cover Letter Template (Text Format)

Proper cover letter formatting is essential for making your cover letter look professional and easy to read.

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[Today’s Date] [Hiring Manager’s Name] [341 Company Address] [Company City, State, XXXXX] [(xxx) xxx-xxxx] [hiring.manager@yahoo.com]

 

Dear [Mr./Mrs./Ms.] [Hiring Manager’s Name],

My name is [Your Name] and I am applying for the position of [position name] with your company as advertised on [company website/LinkedIn/job board website].

I am a fully licensed Master Electrician (Class A) with over 9 years’ experience as a residential electrical contractor, including the past 4 years in the Greater Boston area with McNelley Electric. My field service has included planning and installation of electrical systems in new homes and troubleshooting and repair of existing installations. I have recently undergone further skills training in PV solar installation and systems maintenance and will be writing my NABCEP exam this year.

Apart from my technical skills, I am reliable, trustworthy, and punctual; in particular, I take pride in the quality of my customer service. Much of the work I did for my previous company came through client referrals, and I will bring the same standard of service and professionalism to yours. I also have experience leading small teams on larger operations and working on my own on smaller projects.

I am committed to the highest standards of electrical safety and operational protocol, and I am fully up to date on all OSHA certifications, occupational safety codes, and state legislation. Please find my contact information on this letter and in my enclosed resume.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

How to Write an Electrician Cover Letter

Learning how to put together a cover letter for the specific job(s) you want will help you land more interviews.

As an electrician, your resume and cover letter serve two slightly different purposes. Your resume is going to be the nitty-gritty details of your certifications and credentials, complete with dates, locations, and details about the work you did.

Your cover letter, on the other hand, is more of a pitch to the person who is going to hire you. It’s a persuasive piece of writing that informs hiring managers why you’re the right person for the job and gives context to the qualifications and accomplishments listed on your resume.

Follow these tips to write a well-crafted cover letter that complements your electrician resume:

Structure your cover letter correctly

A well-structured cover letter is an essential part of any job application. Even if you have years of experience and a resume peppered with impressive accomplishments, a sloppy cover letter could lead hiring managers to believe that you’re not serious about the job.

Follow this structure when you write your cover letter:

  • Opening paragraph: Introduce yourself, clarify the position you’re after, and note where you saw the position advertised. If you didn’t see it advertised but are applying anyway, you can leave this part out.
  • Body paragraph 1: Highlight your best qualification and your professional experience. Check the job description for key skills to include.
  • Body paragraph 2: Show off your personal qualities – the features of your personality that make you a great coworker and employee.
  • Closing paragraph: Wrap up by mentioning that you’re up to date on industry safety protocols, and hinting that you’d like to further discuss your suitability for the role at an interview.

Highlight relevant skills

A good electrician possesses the hard skills required to operate equipment and make calculations, as well as the soft skills necessary to work well in a team and to handle customer interactions.

Your cover letter is your opportunity to demonstrate that you’re ready to tackle any challenge that could occur in the workplace, so make sure you give hiring managers insight into how you’ve demonstrated the following skills at work:

Hard skills

  • System analysis
  • Math skills
  • NEC knowledge
  • Equipment operation and maintenance
  • Electrical installation
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Computer skills
  • Blueprint reading
  • Appliance reparation
  • CMMS software

Soft skills

  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Delegation
  • Coordination
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Conflict management
  • Logical reasoning
  • Brainstorming
  • Dependability
  • Integrity
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