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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$68K - $104K *

Transform your drafting skills in a hybrid role, collaborating with engineers and designers to create precise design drawings and master sketches, while gaining hands-on experience in 3D design softwa...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $112K *

Champion the safe and efficient operation of electrical systems across vessels, providing expert technical support and managing projects while ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative mechanical designs for electrical systems in a dynamic startup. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges in hardware development, from CAD modeling to t...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $85K *

Elevate your career as a Field Service Technician, providing expert installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced analytical instrumentation while ensuring exceptional customer service an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$62K - $176K *

Partner with us to ensure the reliability of electrical systems through inspection, testing, and troubleshooting across low to high voltage applications. Collaborate with a team to uphold safety stand...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Unlock electrical engineering excellence by providing technical support in power generation, distribution, and automation. Collaborate across divisions to enhance reliability, ensure compliance, and d...

Pond Inlet, NUIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K *

Manage and execute electrical and mechanical repairs on loading equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations while supporting terminal operations through effective troubleshoot...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $180K *

Advance your career by managing diverse electrical projects, ensuring delivery from inception to completion while maintaining strong client relationships and maximizing profitability in a collaborativ...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $97K *

Optimize team performance and maintain electrical systems by supervising staff, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Your leadership will drive innovation and enhance oper...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aerospace power systems. This role offers hands-on ownership of NPI projects, influencing product development and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced environme...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $222K *

Transform the future of energy by leading electrical engineering projects, ensuring successful deliverables, and mentoring a dynamic team in a hybrid work environment focused on nuclear power solution...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $222K *

Advance your career by leading innovative electrical engineering projects at a nuclear power facility. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to troubleshoot, design, and deliver high-quality solutio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $222K *

Lead and mentor a team in tackling complex electrical engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction while coordinating multi-discipline efforts in the nuclear power sector...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $111K *

Optimize equipment performance by installing, calibrating, and maintaining various control systems. This role involves diagnosing electrical issues and fostering continuous improvement within a dynami...

Varennes, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $146K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced building automation projects, providing expert troubleshooting and system commissioning across North America. Collaborate with teams to optimize energy-efficient s...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $198K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining mission-ready aircraft by troubleshooting and repairing custom electronics. Collaborate with engineers to enhance equipment reliability while utilizing adva...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining battery testing by designing and executing rigorous performance evaluations. You'll translate system risks into actionable tests, ensuring safety and reliability in cutti...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $200K *

Transform project execution by leading a team of Project Managers to ensure successful completion of multi-million-dollar construction projects while fostering client relationships and maintaining saf...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional project management for electrical projects, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and clients to foster strong relationships an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $91K *

Join a dynamic team to execute environmental testing and support engineers in a collaborative lab environment. Utilize your technical skills to troubleshoot equipment and enhance testing processes whi...

6 days ago

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

$83K *

Drive operational excellence by maintaining and troubleshooting electromechanical systems, ensuring production efficiency and safety in a dynamic plant environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance q...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $103K *

Optimize production processes by designing and developing equipment, providing technical support, and collaborating with teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and product quality...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Innovate your career with a role focused on avionics electrical design, encompassing schematic development, PCB layout, and compliance with aerospace standards. Collaborate across teams to ensure high...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring electrical safety by performing skilled inspections that uphold compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to evaluate installations and enhance community standard...

Reposted yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a Startup Electrical Lead, overseeing electrical commissioning for a major gas turbine project. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful startup and operati...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.