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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$83K - $104K *

Unlock your potential by ensuring the reliability and safety of critical electrical systems in a mission-critical environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to maintain uninterrupted operations and u...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $104K *

Support and maintain critical electrical systems in a mission-critical environment, ensuring reliability and safety. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and execute electrical work while adhering t...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $110K *

Lead innovative electrical design projects, managing multiple deliverables while collaborating with a diverse team. Drive the development of building electrical systems, including EV charging infrastr...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$83K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse electrical design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with codes while mentoring junior engineers and enhancing design...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$81K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced maintenance for material handling systems. As a specialist, you'll mentor technicians, implement training, and ensure optimal performance through expert troublesho...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $135K *

Take ownership of designing comprehensive electrical equipment packages, integrating electrical calculations, schematics, and physical layouts. Collaborate with manufacturing and project teams to ensu...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$98K *

Empower your career by installing and maintaining electrical systems in a dynamic industrial environment. Utilize your expertise in troubleshooting and safety protocols while working a structured cont...

Belleville, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Launch innovative solutions in manufacturing controls systems, ensuring reliability and uptime for high-voltage capacitor production. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance system architecture...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$62K - $116K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and testing Special Test Equipment for Space Telemetry and RF Products, ensuring high-quality assembly and integration while collaborating with engineering an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $130K *

Redefine electrical engineering excellence by providing technical leadership for power generation projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, compliance, and reliability while advancing innovat...

Kingston, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing electrical and controls engineering for power generation. Provide technical expertise, lead projects, and ensure compliance while enhancing safety and effici...

Hanna, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $144K *

Drive the design and development of advanced Electronic Warfare electronics, collaborating with senior engineers on mixed-signal circuits and ensuring compliance with stringent performance requirement...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $144K *

Join us to design and develop cutting-edge Electronic Warfare products, collaborating with senior engineers on mixed-signal circuits and systems. Your expertise will drive innovation in defense applic...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with innovative electrical design leadership on flight simulator programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with safety and customer requirements while ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate product quality for MV and LV switchgear and MCCs, ensuring compliance with UL and IEEE/ANSI standards. Oversee inspections, testing, and documentation to guarantee customer specifications are...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic team in a pivotal construction project. Oversee craft professionals, manage schedules, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while driving pr...

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Play a key role in enhancing electrical system reliability and safety across multiple facilities. Provide technical leadership, conduct assessments, and manage projects to ensure compliance and optimi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $130K *

Transform the future of electrical systems by leading facility assessments, project management, and compliance initiatives. Leverage your expertise to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency acros...

Herndon, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Elevate engineering development for ADAS features, driving innovation through collaboration and advanced modeling techniques. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions tha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$87K - $104K *

Elevate your career by overseeing powerhouse operations, ensuring safety and compliance while leading a dedicated team. Drive continuous improvement in refrigeration and steam systems, fostering a cul...

Tecumseh, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$83K - $104K *

Lead and mentor a skilled team in executing commercial and industrial electrical projects. Oversee installations, ensure compliance with codes, and drive project success while fostering a safe and eff...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $91K *

Advance your career by managing preventative maintenance and optimizing welding processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance production efficiency and ensure the safe operation of robotic and welding...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K *

Lead the Generator Engineering team, providing expert technical support and oversight for maintenance programs. Develop training initiatives and ensure compliance with safety and engineering standards...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K *

Lead generator engineering initiatives by providing expert technical support, coordinating maintenance programs, and implementing training for field technicians. Ensure compliance with safety standard...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $93K *

Champion the execution of residential AV systems, leading Quick Turn projects while troubleshooting and programming smart-home technologies to ensure seamless client experiences and operational excell...

3 weeks 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.