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 *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $109K *

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6 days ago

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

$71K - $110K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $183K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $283K *

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$85K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $185K *

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$110K - $130K *

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$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $128K *

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

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $141K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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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.