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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$81K - $98K *

Transform complex electrical systems through advanced installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Electricians while ensuring quality control and safety...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to design and develop innovative electrical systems, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with engineers to create detailed schematics and optimize performance across various...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$83K - $114K *

Join our dynamic Electrical Power Services team to perform testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance on electrical power distribution equipment. Contribute to project execution and customer satisfacti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $114K *

Support our Electrical Power Services team by performing testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance on electrical distribution equipment. This role requires technical expertise and offers opportunities...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $112K *

Support and execute electrical engineering design for diverse industrial projects, ensuring compliance with codes and standards while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-perform...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$78K - $112K *

Build your expertise in electrical engineering by supporting diverse industrial projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement high-performance electrical systems, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$78K - $112K *

Shape your career with impactful electrical engineering solutions for diverse industrial projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and implement high-performance electrica...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading electrical design for complex projects, focusing on low- and medium-voltage systems. Mentor engineers, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure high-quality, com...

Today

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

$92K - $154K *

Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex engineering challenges in nuclear plant operations. Utilize your expertise to drive technical decisions, enhance performance, and ensure compliance with...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $154K *

Empower the future of nuclear engineering by supporting plant operations through technical tasks and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovation and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$138K - $154K *

Join us to provide advanced technical expertise in engineering analysis and problem-solving for power plant operations, mentoring engineers and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $120K *

Transform the solar energy landscape by leading electrical and mechanical services. As a key field expert, ensure optimal equipment performance while mentoring junior technicians and upholding safety...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Solar Electrician, where you'll lead maintenance and troubleshooting efforts for solar and energy systems, ensuring optimal performance while mentoring junior technicians and...

Massachusetts, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $163K *

Elevate your career by supporting the GMD Weapon System Hardware Engineering team. Engage in developing electrical drawings and collaborating in an Agile environment, ensuring high-quality design and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $131K *

Optimize electrical engineering support for manufacturing operations, focusing on power distribution, control logic, and equipment wiring. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable infrastructure and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $158K *

Empower technology solutions in safety and security systems design for critical projects. Collaborate with experts to deliver innovative designs across sectors like healthcare and data centers, ensuri...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading electrical design for complex projects, mentoring teams, and collaborating with clients in regulated environments. Drive innovation in power systems and ensure high-qual...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in mechanical design for medium voltage switchgear, ensuring innovative solutions from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer specifications an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $114K *

Join a team that's pivotal in managing high-voltage operations at a large solar and battery storage facility. Leverage your expertise in switching and maintenance to ensure safe, efficient, and compli...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to enhance manufacturing efficiency through data-driven solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, improve safety, and drive continuous improvement in a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $125K *

Analyze and design electrical systems for Navy shipboard applications, ensuring seamless integration and compliance with standards. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and deliver high-quali...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Create cutting-edge electrical architectures for energy storage systems, leading a skilled team to drive innovation from concept to production, ensuring reliability and efficiency in high-performance...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Champion the electrical architecture for innovative energy storage systems. Lead a team in designing high-performance inverters and batteries while driving collaboration across multiple engineering di...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $170K *

Transform electrical design by developing innovative systems for robotic platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and performance validation, while troubleshoo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $81K *

Make your mark at the forefront of production by mastering electrical and electronic systems. This role involves installation, repair, and maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality across all facili...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.