Electrical Technician Jobs

Explore Electrical Technician jobs for experienced professionals ready to maintain, troubleshoot, test, and improve electrical equipment and systems. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles that may suit technicians with advanced expertise, industry certifications, and a strong record of solving complex technical problems.

What Electrical Technicians Do

Electrical Technicians install, inspect, test, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment. Depending on the role, they may work with industrial machinery, power distribution, controls, instrumentation, motors, or electronic components. They use technical drawings, diagnostic tools, and safety procedures to identify faults, support reliable operations, and document their work.

Industries and Work Environments

Electrical Technician opportunities can be found across manufacturing, utilities, energy, aerospace, telecommunications, building systems, and other technical fields. Work settings range from production floors and laboratories to power facilities and customer sites. Responsibilities and schedules vary by employer, equipment, and operational needs.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek knowledge of electrical principles, troubleshooting, equipment testing, and workplace safety. Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor controls, automation, instrumentation, or high-voltage systems can be valuable for specialized positions. Requirements vary; some employers prefer a technical degree or vocational training, relevant certifications, and several years of hands-on experience.

Find Electrical Technician Jobs on Ladders

Search Electrical Technician openings on Ladders to discover vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, industries, and locations, then focus your search on opportunities that match your technical background and career goals. Compensation and qualifications vary by position.

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$150K - $225K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring 24/7 operations of critical data centers. Lead engineering and operations teams to optimize infrastructure, enhance reliability, and modernize systems, all whi...

Rockville, MDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Transform advanced semiconductor facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure compliance, quality, and innovation while utilizing cutting-edge AI...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Transform the future of technology by leading electrical design for advanced semiconductor facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, innovation, and quality in every p...

Phoenix, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $93K *

Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver exceptional on-site technical support, leveraging your expertise to diagnose and resolve customer issues while enhancing their experience with our services...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading relay testing and commissioning efforts in power systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure technical excellence and mentor future engineers while managing projects acros...

Wyoming, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by leading relay testing and commissioning efforts in power systems. Engage in technical excellence while mentoring future engineers and technicians, ensuring the reliability of...

South Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading the testing and commissioning of protection systems in electric utilities. Drive technical excellence while mentoring future engineers and ensuring safety across diverse...

Ohio, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $181K *

Help us design and integrate advanced electrical control systems, ensuring project success through collaboration and mentorship. Lead complex projects while enhancing team capabilities and maintaining...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead complex construction projects in critical utility environments, ensuring safety, coordination, and operational continuity while minimizing disruption. Manage teams and subcontractors to deliver h...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Inspire and lead a technical operations team to exceed performance goals, enhancing customer satisfaction while ensuring quality service and safety in fiber-optic network operations. Foster talent dev...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Drive a structured sales strategy for the US region, achieving targets and creating pipelines through outbound prospecting and tailored solutions while engaging senior stakeholders and maintaining CRM...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative architectures for complex networking solutions. Leverage your expertise in enterprise networks, routing, and SD-WAN technologies to drive impactful designs and...

Plano, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$82K - $105K *

Transform complex network infrastructures by designing, deploying, and managing solutions for diverse clients. Leverage your expertise to troubleshoot issues, enhance security, and ensure high availab...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion innovative ICT solutions for Data Center projects, leading a team of experts to deliver high-quality designs. Utilize your technical knowledge to solve complex challenges and enhance client s...

Chicago, ILRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior ICT Consultant, overseeing Data Center projects. Leverage your expertise in ICT infrastructure to deliver innovative solutions while managing a collaborative team in a...

Atlanta, GARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$108K - $130K *

Lead a team of ICT consultants to deliver innovative Data Center solutions. Manage projects, develop work plans, and apply technical expertise to solve complex client challenges in a collaborative, fa...

Phoenix, AZRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative ICT solutions for Data Center projects, overseeing a team of consultants and designers. Leverage technical expertise to address complex client needs while ensuring timely delivery of...

Los Angeles, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team in fire alarm design. Drive innovative solutions, optimize project performance, and collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and qu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $200K *

Inspire growth by leading a dynamic machinery team, driving business development, and delivering innovative solutions that enhance client relationships and project success while ensuring high-quality...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $170K *

Elevate employee experiences by leading the design and implementation of integrated HR Service Delivery solutions leveraging ServiceNow and Microsoft technologies...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $118K *

Elevate your career by designing high voltage substations, collaborating with engineers to create detailed drawings and plans. Utilize your expertise in AutoCAD or MicroStation to deliver high-quality...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading substation projects, managing design and execution for diverse clients. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency while driving operational improv...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $135K *

Lead the integration and evaluation of utility-scale energy storage systems, focusing on battery technology. Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to enhance product performance and ensure compli...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $222K *

Lead engineering teams in executing EHV transmission line projects, providing expert support on 500kV and 765kV designs. Collaborate across departments to ensure project success, mentoring team member...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $100K *

Contribute to the development and integration of mission-critical systems, applying systems engineering principles to ensure high reliability and security. Collaborate across teams to support the enti...

Pittsfield, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Electrical Technician do?question toggle

    An Electrical Technician installs, tests, inspects, maintains, and troubleshoots electrical equipment and systems. Duties vary by industry and may involve industrial machinery, controls, power distribution, or instrumentation.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Electrical Technician jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and role. Employers may look for vocational or technical education, hands-on experience, knowledge of electrical safety and troubleshooting, and relevant certifications. Specialized positions may require experience with PLCs, automation, or high-voltage systems.

  • Where do Electrical Technicians work?question toggle

    Electrical Technicians work in industries such as manufacturing, utilities, energy, aerospace, telecommunications, and building systems. Their work may take place in facilities, laboratories, production environments, or at customer sites.

  • Can Electrical Technician jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some experienced, specialized, or senior Electrical Technician positions may offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Pay varies based on factors such as location, industry, qualifications, responsibilities, and employer.

  • How can I find Electrical Technician jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted professional Electrical Technician openings with salaries of $100,000 or more, and review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.