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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$67K - $114K *

Help us execute complex electrical systems maintenance and troubleshooting. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal performance of medium and low voltage power systems, providing expert support and t...

3 weeks ago

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

$82K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and enhancing electrical systems for manufacturing operations. Utilize your expertise to troubleshoot, repair, and install equipment while ensuring safety and efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering technical excellence and leadership. Oversee a diverse group of engineers, collaborate on project proposals, and drive staff development while managing key en...

Yesterday

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

$96K - $104K *

Elevate your career as a Maintenance Electrician, ensuring optimal performance of industrial electrical systems. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, troubleshoot complex issues, and contribute to a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of electronic hardware design from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative products. Leverage your expertise in circuit design, PCB layout...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $145K *

Lead the charge in overseeing underground electrical construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project specifications while managing resources and coordinating with multid...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$83K - $106K *

Champion exceptional electrical service by diagnosing, installing, and repairing systems in residential settings. Ensure compliance with codes while delivering outstanding customer satisfaction and pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $101K *

Support a dynamic team by enhancing production efficiency and quality. Mentor junior technicians in troubleshooting and maintenance while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Driv...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to drive innovative avionics electrical design, focusing on schematic development and PCB layout for airborne electronics. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure compliance with aerosp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to design innovative electrical solutions for energy-efficient buildings, ensuring client satisfaction and project success while leading a collaborative team in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you design and implement electrical systems for critical infrastructure projects, ensuring technical excellence and innovation from concept through construction...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative electrical systems for water and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and quality while enhancing your tec...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $140K *

Drive innovation in electrical system design for critical infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical excellence in municipal and industrial water/wastewater...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Create innovative electrical systems for controls and automation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance solutions from concept to commissioning, while optimizing desig...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$76K - $108K *

Transform electronic hardware production support by troubleshooting and resolving issues in a collaborative environment. Leverage your expertise to ensure timely delivery and quality of highly enginee...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $108K *

Analyze and troubleshoot electronic hardware for aerospace systems, ensuring quality and timely production support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and enhance product reliab...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion the design of cutting-edge electrical systems for automation solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and reliability while managing multiple projects to enhance efficie...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K *

Support the design and development of aircraft interiors, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and specifications. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions while managing proje...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $130K *

Innovate complete electrical systems for automated packaging lines, ensuring design accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance system integration and drive design improvements in a dyn...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $146K *

Engineer innovative hardware and firmware solutions, driving design, testing, and implementation processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance product performance and ensure compliance with industry st...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $97K *

Champion the maintenance and repair of industrial machinery, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Utilize your expertise in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to troubleshoot and enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$79K - $93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the reliability and safety of electrical systems. You'll install, program, and maintain protective relaying and metering systems, performing diagnostics and co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $119K *

Lead innovative electrical engineering projects in the mining sector, ensuring quality and compliance while managing multiple deliverables. Collaborate with teams to optimize designs and enhance opera...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

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

$90K - $119K *

Champion innovative electrical engineering solutions in the mining sector. Leverage your expertise to oversee project design, ensure quality standards, and manage multiple deliverables while fostering...

North Bay, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

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

$90K - $119K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic Mining Team, where you'll lead complex electrical designs, ensure engineering quality, and manage multiple projects while fostering collaboration and innovatio...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.