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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$85K - $90K *

Transform technical support for advanced C2AFL systems through installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in a collaborative environment with governme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$79K - $99K *

Support engineering permit reviews and capital projects, manage traffic signal inventory, and assist in design preparation using CAD. Collaborate with contractors and the public, ensuring compliance w...

3 weeks ago

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

$83K - $108K *

Engage in advanced modeling and simulation development for Navy radar systems. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance system performance through design, testing, and integration, while supporting...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's leading complex electrical projects, ensuring safety and quality. Leverage your expertise to mentor technicians, manage testing, and interface with clients while driving operational...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems. Ensure reliable power distribution and safety compliance while driving process improvements and trai...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality service on security systems. You'll provide maintenance and troubleshooting for IP-based video, access control, and intrusion detection systems...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by designing and implementing advanced electrical control systems. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative automation solutions from concept to production, tackling te...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform the energy storage landscape by designing innovative electrical systems from concept to production. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliability and efficiency in high-performance battery...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $81K *

Transform your career by ensuring operational reliability through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting. Collaborate with a dedicated team to support automation systems and enhance production effi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transmission engineering. This role involves designing safe, economical transmission lines, managing projects, and providing guidance to staff, ensuring high-q...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $155K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical engineering by leading complex projects, mentoring technical staff, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions f...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic electrical engineering team, driving project delivery, fostering innovation, and enhancing client relationships across diverse markets while ensuring high-qual...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic electrical engineering team, driving innovation and quality across diverse projects while fostering a culture of growth and collaboration in a multidisciplinar...

London, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $104K *

Champion the maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical systems on automation equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards in a dynamic manufacturing...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$66K - $131K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with engineers to develop test plans and execute formal qualification tests, ensuring product quality and process improvements in a dynamic, cross-functional team env...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $111K *

Lead the charge in engineering support for CCA re-design efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop test plans and execute formal qualification tests, ensuring product quality and p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K *

Develop and implement Building Automation Systems for commercial HVAC, enhancing performance and energy efficiency. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and optimize control strategies, ensuring occ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform industrial electrical projects by leading crews, ensuring safety, and delivering high-quality results. Utilize your expertise in motor controls, VFDs, and PLCs to drive efficiency and mainta...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer the reliability and improvement of automated manufacturing systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance controls and support production uptime in a dynamic, multi-shift environment f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead and mentor a team of Avionics Technicians, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and technical standards while overseeing avionics maintenance, troubleshooting, and installations in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading the design and delivery of electrical and telecommunications projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create innovative solutions for federal and commercial...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $122K *

Unlock your potential as you oversee HVAC projects, ensuring efficiency and quality. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance building operations while maintaining strong client relationships and pro...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to execute complex physical electrical designs for medium- and high-voltage substations and utility-scale projects, ensuring quality and compliance from concept through constructio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$98K - $168K *

Engineer cutting-edge avionics systems, driving full lifecycle from requirements to integration. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to ensure safety and compliance for advanced aircraft, while innov...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by leading teams, managing logistics, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver quality installations on time and within budget wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.