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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$100K - $130K *

Champion the design and management of electrical systems for water projects, overseeing junior staff while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions in power distribut...

2 weeks ago

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

$156K - $166K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and testing innovative electronic systems. Collaborate with engineers to tackle complex challenges and lead smaller projects while ensuring high-quality stand...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join us to support NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center by applying engineering technology and systems engineering concepts. This hands-on role involves data collection, troubleshooting, and collab...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $185K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team in the design and execution of innovative electrical distribution systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering client...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$76K - $89K *

Transform Datacenter projects by leading installation phases, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. Leverage your expertise to manage teams, uphold standards, and deliver exceptional service thr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Advance your engineering career by designing and analyzing electrical systems for aircraft modifications. Collaborate with project managers and customers to ensure successful project execution and com...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $104K *

Advance your career as a Battery Engineering Technician, collaborating with engineers to build, test, and validate battery modules in a dynamic eVTOL startup. Embrace a hands-on role focused on safety...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining electrical engineering by leading innovative projects from design to inspection, ensuring excellence in commercial, industrial, and government sectors while mentoring the...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the reliability and safety of electrical systems through installation, programming, and maintenance of protective relaying and metering systems in transmission...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion the electrical design process for large-scale projects, ensuring compliance and coordination across teams. Lead QA/QC efforts, manage documentation, and engage with stakeholders to deliver in...

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in electrical design for large-scale projects, ensuring compliance and coordination across teams. Drive quality assurance and manage documentation to deliver innovative solutions on ti...

1 week ago

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

$91K - $150K *

Drive excellence in Electromagnetic Environmental Effects testing, ensuring compliance with EMI/EMC standards. Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and enhance aerospace systems, generating deta...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $138K *

Transform complex engineering challenges into innovative solutions by providing EMI/EMC and TEMPEST support for military and space systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform project execution by coordinating complex installation activities, ensuring compliance with FAA standards, and providing technical expertise. Lead teams in quality assurance and safety while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$83K - $104K *

Join a dynamic team as you support electrical testing and maintenance efforts, ensuring safety and efficiency across various projects. Your expertise will guide technicians while you troubleshoot and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K *

Innovate within our Ag & Trading enterprise by executing electrical maintenance and repairs. Collaborate with teams to enhance operations and ensure safety while working with various electrical system...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$83K - $104K *

Champion the maintenance of electrical systems, ensuring safety and reliability in operations. Engage in troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and documentation while collaborating in a dynamic t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $132K *

Engineer innovative instrumentation and electrical solutions, ensuring optimal performance of systems and equipment. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance SCADA systems while a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining and improving industrial electrical systems. As a Certified Electrician, you'll troubleshoot, repair, and enhance automation and control systems to ensure s...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead control system projects, providing technical support and field coordination. You'll oversee installations, troubleshooting, and customer interactions, ensuring project succ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance ground-based navigation systems for the FAA, ensuring efficient implementation and support of critical aviation infrastructure. Collaborate on innovative solutions to ma...

1 week ago

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

$72K - $93K *

Provide expert maintenance and repair for electromechanical systems in food processing. Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards while optimizing equipment performance and supporting pro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$96K *

Partner with us to enhance operational efficiency by troubleshooting, maintaining, and optimizing electrical and instrumentation systems in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring safety and rel...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $87K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on electrical integration. As a Journeyman Electrician, you'll install and configure VFDs and electrical equipment, ensuring safety and quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $115K *

Join us to enhance educational facility operations by supporting HVAC controls, analyzing energy data, and implementing cost-effective solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal performance a...

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

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.