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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$79K - $83K *

Support the operation and maintenance of a large utility-scale solar plant. Take charge of troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and team training while ensuring safety compliance and efficient pla...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage large-scale electrical projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with industry standards while fostering client relationships and team collaboration...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $243K *

Pioneer advancements in Unmanned Aircraft Systems by leading a team of electrical engineers, ensuring high-quality designs and integration while fostering technical excellence and collaboration across...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $243K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic team of electrical engineers, ensuring high-quality development of Unmanned Aircraft Systems while fostering innovation, technical excellence, and cross-functiona...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $140K *

Elevate your career by delivering innovative electrical engineering solutions while mentoring junior staff and integrating sustainable designs in diverse building projects. Play a vital role in shapin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $109K *

Champion innovative electrical engineering solutions for diverse projects, leading design and analysis of complex systems while mentoring junior staff and ensuring quality control across multiple assi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $104K *

Elevate your career by leading electrical engineering projects, managing complex designs, and mentoring junior staff while contributing to innovative solutions in healthcare and education sectors...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $104K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative electrical engineering projects. Manage complex designs for diverse sectors, mentor junior staff, and contribute to sustainable initiatives while ensuring qua...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform the future of electrical projects by managing all phases, from planning to execution. Lead teams, ensure compliance with standards, and maintain budgets while fostering collaboration across...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $130K *

Drive innovation by performing mechanical assembly, testing, and troubleshooting in a dynamic lab environment. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to support spacecraft payload development and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring top-tier safety and quality standards across various construction projects, collaborating with teams to deliver excellence and build strong client relationships in a fast-p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Reimagine construction excellence as you lead critical projects while ensuring safety and quality align with both corporate standards and client needs, fostering a collaborative and productive work en...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate construction excellence by overseeing safety and quality on diverse projects. Collaborate with managers, ensure compliance, and mentor teams to drive successful outcomes and customer satisfact...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of construction by overseeing critical large-scale projects, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while directly leading field teams and maintaining strong cl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of power infrastructure by leading the commissioning, testing, and maintenance of high-voltage electrical systems across Canada, ensuring safe and reliable energy delivery in dive...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $93K *

Play a key role in maintaining and enhancing electrical systems in a manufacturing facility, ensuring safety and efficiency while troubleshooting and implementing process improvements to optimize prod...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative power system analysis for grid and islanded generation projects. Lead comprehensive studies, ensuring performance and reliability while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to...

1 week ago

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

$113K - $128K *

Join our team to empower the maintenance of advanced electronic systems in transit vehicles. Utilize your expertise in testing, diagnosing, and repairing electronic systems to ensure operational safet...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Design and build advanced electrical systems for robotic workcells, integrating components from schematics to commissioning. Ensure safety and compliance while troubleshooting and optimizing performan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative roadway lighting solutions. Leverage your electrical engineering expertise to design and implement effective lighting systems for diverse infrastructure proj...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Drive innovative roadway lighting designs by conducting site surveys, developing plans, and providing technical support. Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely and budget-friendly execution w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Advance roadway lighting solutions by conducting site surveys, developing designs, and providing technical support. Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely and budget-friendly execution of ele...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Elevate roadway lighting design by conducting site surveys, developing plans, and providing technical support. Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely and budget-friendly execution while stayi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Create innovative roadway lighting designs while conducting site surveys and providing technical support. Collaborate with project teams to ensure efficient project execution and adherence to safety s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Engage in innovative electrical engineering for roadway lighting projects. Conduct site surveys, develop designs, and provide technical support while ensuring compliance with industry standards and pr...

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  •   5 - 7 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.