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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$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...

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  •   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

$77K - $100K *

Elevate your career as you maintain and troubleshoot critical industrial systems, ensuring operational efficiency and safety in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Join us to power the future of stee...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $142K *

Engineer innovative electrical designs for modular data centers, ensuring compliance and performance across international standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver hands-on solutions from concept t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $115K *

Champion project success by leading commercial electrical initiatives, ensuring timely execution, efficient resource management, and fostering strong relationships with teams and clients to achieve ou...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $118K *

Join our team to support large-scale infrastructure projects, providing critical electrical engineering oversight and collaborating on innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency and sustai...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower the operational success of advanced control systems at a leading laser facility. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to monitor, troubleshoot, and enhance software processes, ensuring p...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K *

Deliver exceptional HVAC service by diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining equipment. Engage with customers to ensure satisfaction while promoting our services. Uphold safety and quality standards in...

Scarborough, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional HVAC services. As a key customer interface, you'll perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance, ensuring high satisfaction and promoting our se...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and execution of innovative electrical systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant solutions that meet client needs and i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and execution of innovative electrical systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and efficiency while mentoring staff and managing project...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Elevate electrical engineering projects by leading design teams, managing compliance, and mentoring staff. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions for commercial buil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $102K *

Collaborate with a dynamic team to design and develop advanced infrared sensing systems. Engage in hands-on engineering, tackling complex challenges while ensuring timely project completion and effect...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for urban residential and municipal infrastructure projects, combining design expertise with project coordination and...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$92K - $171K *

Oversee and direct field construction activities, ensuring compliance with plans, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with teams to resolve complex issues and achieve project objectives while maintain...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Drive engineering excellence by managing product development, fostering innovation, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals while ensuring compliance and optimizing resources for...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive the design and implementation of electrical systems for large-scale data centers. Collaborate with global teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while managing high-profile projects...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and implementation of electrical systems for large-scale data centers. Collaborate with global teams on high-profile projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while optimiz...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative electrical design for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects while advancing your career in a flexi...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Support the design of electrical systems for mission-critical facilities, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on high-profile projects. Leverage your expertise in electrical engineering to enha...

Phoenix, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Deliver innovative electrical designs for hyperscale data centers, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with global teams on high-profile projects, leveraging your expertise to enh...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Engineer cutting-edge electrical systems for large-scale data centers. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving innovation in design and...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Empower the design and implementation of electrical systems for large-scale data centers, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with global teams on innovative projects that...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower innovation in electrical engineering by designing cutting-edge systems for hyperscale data centers. Collaborate globally on high-impact projects while ensuring compliance with industry standar...

Arlington, VARemote

2 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.