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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$104K - $106K *

Elevate your career by maintaining and troubleshooting complex electrical systems, ensuring optimal performance in production and utility areas. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement preventive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth in the Electrical division by driving strategic initiatives, enhancing client relationships, and ensuring financial performance while fostering a safety-first culture and operational...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth and profitability for the Electrical division, ensuring market expansion and financial performance while fostering a safety-first culture and integrated tea...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $127K *

Drive energy efficiency and HVAC performance by supporting EMS operations, troubleshooting systems, and implementing solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance facility management and promote preven...

Today

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

$200K - $259K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the design and development of cutting-edge electronic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality products meet industry standards and customer...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $107K *

Tackle complex maintenance challenges in a dynamic manufacturing setting. Utilize your expertise in electrical and mechanical systems to enhance equipment reliability and performance while ensuring a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$63K - $100K *

Accelerate innovation in electronics as you assemble and troubleshoot systems that support national security. Collaborate with engineers to create cutting-edge hardware and integrate solutions for rea...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Design innovative electrical drawing packages for advanced flight simulators. Collaborate with production teams to ensure cost-effective integration of cutting-edge technologies for training fighter p...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K *

Help us maintain and enhance electrical systems at Tinker Air Force Base. This role involves installation, repair, and inspection of electrical equipment, ensuring safety and compliance while working...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $106K *

Deliver high-quality electrical solutions as an Industrial Electrician A, ensuring smooth production operations through installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex machinery and electric...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $104K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining safety through expert service of fire alarm systems. This role requires technical skills and problem-solving to inspect, troubleshoot, and enhance essential...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$62K - $104K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role ensuring fire alarm systems are compliant and reliable. You'll inspect, test, and troubleshoot systems while collaborating with customers and teams, all in a field...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical design projects across diverse sectors. Collaborate with clients, mentor junior engineers, and ensure quality in power distribution and system studies while adhe...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role focused on designing and managing electrical systems for aerospace projects. Collaborate with a skilled team to innovate and enhance power distribution, control...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $111K *

Join a dynamic team to support launch vehicle integration and testing. Utilize your technical skills to manage assembly, conduct tests, and produce documentation, ensuring mission success in a fast-pa...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $115K *

Drive the success of the FAA Radar System Replacement Program by providing essential technical support, conducting site surveys, and ensuring compliance through quality inspections and troubleshooting...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $115K *

Optimize engineering support for FAA Radar System Replacement projects, ensuring successful site surveys, installation, and commissioning activities while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance s...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$56K - $105K *

Drive the development and testing of high-value hardware components, collaborating with engineers to enhance processes and ensure compliance. Work in a dynamic team environment focused on continuous i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead electrical testing programs for critical facilities. Oversee testing execution, ensure quality reporting, and manage vendor relationships while driving safety and compl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $134K *

Drive operational excellence by maintaining and troubleshooting power plant equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and enhancing facility appearance while collaborating on maintenance tasks and proced...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$67K - $102K *

Join a dynamic team to manage electrical point connections, collaborate on design projects, and utilize CAD technologies. Contribute to quality assurance and project coordination while developing esse...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive the design and testing of electrical control panels, collaborating across the end-to-end process to enhance efficiency and innovation in operations while ensuring compliance with industry standa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $96K *

Advance subsea robotics by testing and integrating complex electromechanical assemblies. Collaborate with engineers to enhance AUV production and ensure high-quality standards in a dynamic, multidisci...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a hands-on role in automation systems, supporting daily operations and troubleshooting in a mission-critical environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Contribute to critical Navy missions by supporting facility electrical systems, enhancing infrastructure, and collaborating with engineers and managers to ensure reliability and safety in mission-crit...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.