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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$81K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional support for high-resolution mass spectrometry instruments. Leverage your technical expertise to install, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment whi...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Manage and lead construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to cost, schedule, and quality standards while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and maintaining c...

Aurora, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $113K *

Engage in clinical monitoring and site management, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations. Collaborate with investigative sites and internal teams to uphold data integrity and subject safe...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $155K *

Elevate patient care by providing clinical and technical support for cardiac mapping solutions. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance procedural outcomes and drive innovation in electro...

Baltimore, MDRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $170K *

Drive exceptional customer support by proactively resolving technical issues, enhancing user experience, and collaborating across teams to ensure satisfaction and continuous improvement for designated...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $190K *

Lead the design and assessment of hydromechanical systems for hydropower projects. Provide technical expertise, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure engineering excellence while mentoring junior...

Vancouver, BCRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $130K *

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Indiana, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join our team to deliver innovative waste management solutions. Collaborate with clients to optimize operations through tailored technology integrations and enhance sustainability efforts while drivin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$280K - $330K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team by leading technical architecture, enhancing system reliability, and driving scalable solutions that support rapid growth in a fast-paced fintech environment. Foster...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $150K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and securing a complex Virtual Machine Operating Environment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance across 300+ VMs while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

Hawaii, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $270K *

Grow expertise in data center facilities by advising executives on building high-performance infrastructures, overseeing projects, and founding a new practice that bridges the gap between construction...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee the administration and support of server and platform infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security while guiding junior staff and collaborating across techn...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive engineering excellence in major power generation projects, coordinating activities from concept to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely deliverables and succes...

Birmingham, ALRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Lead high-speed analog circuit design for next-gen AI technologies. Collaborate with a diverse team to innovate and implement advanced mixed-signal solutions, ensuring optimal performance in high-perf...

Ottawa, ONRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $106K *

Shape the future by collaborating with stakeholders to analyze and document system requirements, ensuring clarity and consistency across products while enhancing functionality and user experience in a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $122K *

Transform public infrastructure by leading engineering projects, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance transportation systems and utilities while providin...

Durham, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$131K - $230K *

Shape the future of infrastructure reliability by leading innovative projects, architecting scalable solutions, and driving cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment. Elevate technica...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $132K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $173K *

Transform the Digital Credit Application by architecting a scalable API ecosystem, decoupling legacy systems, and enabling AI-driven solutions. Lead high-impact migrations while ensuring operational e...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion identity lifecycle management by automating access processes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing security posture. Collaborate with teams to identify anomalies and streamline auditing while m...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Optimize renewable energy projects by managing RFPs and contracts, ensuring successful interconnection and collaboration with diverse teams to deliver clean, reliable power while enhancing customer en...

Atlanta, GARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading autonomous teams to deliver high-quality software solutions for U.S. defense operators, integrating AI fluency into development practices while fostering a cult...

Itasca, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $183K *

Lead a globally distributed team to enhance our SaaS platform by mentoring engineers, driving technical strategy, and building scalable solutions using .NET and React. Balance engineering and manageme...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $183K *

Empower your engineering expertise to lead a global team in enhancing our SaaS platform. Drive technical strategy, mentor engineers, and build scalable solutions using .NET and React while advancing A...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $120K *

Develop your career by providing technical support and consulting to ensure successful customer integration of complex bolting solutions. Collaborate with teams to meet customer needs through effectiv...

RemoteRemote

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.