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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$101K *

Take ownership of mechanical assembly and testing, ensuring compliance with nuclear quality standards. Leverage your expertise to support innovative projects, collaborate with teams, and drive operati...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Oversee electrical engineering governance to enhance production quality and efficiency. Lead a team in executing strategic growth projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards and improvi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$76K - $85K *

Engineer and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, ensuring optimal performance of machinery. Collaborate with team members to design circuits and perform repairs, while maintaining safety a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K *

Lead the charge in overseeing the Mechanic Shop and Tool & Equipment Control teams, ensuring safe, efficient operations while fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Drive performa...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $100K *

Manage electrical projects from planning to completion, ensuring effective execution, budget adherence, and strong client relationships. Leverage hands-on field experience to lead teams and drive proj...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead project execution and client engagement, ensuring quality and safety in all operations. Manage resources, financial planning, and logistics while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $100K *

Champion the future of automated testing by designing and deploying innovative test systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency, ensuring t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $156K *

Join our team to inspect, test, and troubleshoot electrical systems across various sites. Utilize your expertise in high voltage systems while ensuring safety and quality in service delivery. Travel r...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $166K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in electrical systems testing and troubleshooting. Travel to diverse customer sites, ensuring optimal performance of low to high voltage systems while adhering to safety p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join us to provide technical engineering support on-site, ensuring compliance with design specifications and standards while resolving field issues and coordinating with contractors for successful pro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K *

Champion the assembly and connection of transformers, ensuring quality and operational standards. Collaborate on design, documentation, and training while supporting autoclave processes in a dynamic m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$66K - $93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional electrical services across commercial and residential sectors. Leverage your expertise to enhance project outcomes while enjoying competitive pay...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$66K - $93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional electrical services across commercial and residential sectors. Leverage your expertise in a dynamic environment while enjoying competitive pay an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$66K - $93K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team of skilled electricians, delivering exceptional service across commercial and residential projects while enjoying competitive pay and comprehensive bene...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in overseeing substation engineering projects, ensuring quality control and compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with design teams to deliver high-quality electrical designs...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$109K - $118K *

Elevate energy efficiency by overseeing HVAC DDC and EMS maintenance, collaborating with teams to implement solutions, and enhancing facility operations through preventive measures and data analysis...

Today

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

$90K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple electrical projects from inception to completion, ensuring excellence in execution and maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $90K *

Design innovative electrical systems for customer machines, ensuring functionality and compliance. Collaborate with teams to develop schematics, troubleshoot issues, and support product development wh...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Optimize project execution by leading subcontractors and labor crews, ensuring quality and adherence to schedules. Leverage your construction expertise to mentor teams and manage safety, documentation...

Yesterday

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

$92K - $168K *

Advance your career by leading the technical architecture and integration of innovative avionics display systems, ensuring safety and compliance throughout the full lifecycle of aerospace subsystems...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $87K *

Elevate project success by overseeing electricians, ensuring timely, budget-compliant installations while maintaining safety standards and compliance with electrical codes. Lead hands-on work and fost...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$66K - $93K *

Elevate your career by diagnosing and repairing commercial electrical systems. You'll independently manage service calls, ensuring high-quality solutions while traveling directly to customer sites. Jo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$58K - $108K *

Drive engineering support for test equipment in the Fleet Ballistic Missile program, focusing on troubleshooting, failure analysis, and project planning while collaborating with senior engineers to en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $99K *

Transform your career by installing and troubleshooting electrical systems, ensuring safety and efficiency in diverse environments while collaborating with a skilled team to deliver high-quality resul...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Manage the design and execution of electrical systems, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant solutions for various projects while mentoring staff and fostering clie...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.