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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$110K - $130K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating contractor efforts across multiple sites to meet performance obje...

West Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of project management for transmission and substation projects, leading teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget while ensuring client satisfaction and fostering...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$99K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing and coordinating mechanical systems for diverse projects. Ensure compliance, constructability, and alignment with client goals while managing documentation and client comm...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $198K *

Drive the successful deployment of 1LMX products by managing portfolios, collaborating with stakeholders, and resolving program challenges to align with business needs and timelines...

Florida, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $198K *

Lead the transformation of 1LMX product solutions across the enterprise, collaborating with stakeholders to align capabilities with business needs, manage risks, and ensure successful deployment while...

Three Rivers, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $130K *

Lead commissioning activities by coordinating teams and stakeholders to ensure safe, effective execution at project sites. Drive communication, monitor schedules, and resolve issues to support success...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Manage and lead complex infrastructure projects for financial services clients, ensuring strategic objectives are met through effective planning, execution, and collaboration. Elevate your career in a...

San Antonio, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the execution of complex infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while managing client relationships and project teams. Drive innovation in project delivery and enha...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead critical infrastructure projects for financial services clients, managing all phases from planning to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while mentoring junior managers...

Tempe, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Champion the future of network engineering by architecting and developing high-performance networks that power AI at scale. Lead innovative solutions and mentor a talented team to enhance global netwo...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform transportation infrastructure by designing GIS solutions and advanced web applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and streamline workflows, ensuring data accur...

Montreal, QCRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Design impactful engineering solutions by creating substation drawing packages and models. Collaborate on capital projects to optimize production processes and troubleshoot effectively to enhance safe...

Waukesha, WIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining our Engineering Services Team, where you'll design versatile substation drawing packages and lead projects aimed at enhancing safety, production efficiency, and quality in...

Waukesha, WIRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security through effective project management. Lead the installation and service of security systems, ensuring timely delivery and quality while managing budg...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$121K - $176K *

Lead innovative controls engineering for multi-technology projects, ensuring design quality and consistency across wind, solar, and gas sectors. Mentor teams, drive technical standards, and collaborat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence in Repair field operations across Canada and the US. Lead a dedicated team, enhance efficiency, and support growth initiatives while ensuring quality...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

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

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, technically sophisticated projects, focusing on data centers. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure project alignment with client goals, budgets, and sch...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$200K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining data solutions by solving real-world challenges in AI and HPC. As a key technical expert, you'll drive innovations directly within client environments, ensuring seamless...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $275K *

Champion innovation in aerospace as a technical authority, leading system architecture and integration for advanced interceptor products while ensuring mission success and technical integrity across m...

Huntsville, ALRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Develop and maintain software for advanced medical devices, ensuring high-quality code and compliance in a regulated environment. Collaborate across teams to enhance patient treatment solutions and dr...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $144K *

Drive customer success by resolving complex technical issues as a Principal Engineer. Collaborate with teams to enhance support services, ensuring seamless operations and proactive engagement for Powe...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $90K *

Advance your career by supporting project teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring project profitability and timelines in a dynamic construction environment. Collaborate effectively to drive project...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$131K - $228K *

Empower innovation by developing and optimizing radar perception systems for autonomous agricultural technology. Collaborate across hardware and software to enhance sensor fusion and ensure robust per...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate thermal engineering solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge power technologies. Utilize advanced simulations and testing to drive product innovation and...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing enterprise network infrastructure. As a Network Administrator, you'll ensure security, performance, and reliability across multi-site environments while coll...

CanadaRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.