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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$93K *

Join a dynamic team to execute advanced maintenance tasks, ensuring optimal equipment performance and safety in a manufacturing environment. Collaborate with colleagues to enhance production quality a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the electrical design team, driving innovative solutions in laboratory and pharmaceutical engineering projects. Lead, mentor, and enhance operational excellence while ensuring project success...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Engage with a dynamic team to provide vital Electrical system engineering support during Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning phases, ensuring compliance and facilitating smooth project execution...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$63K - $129K *

Contribute to the design and development of innovative digital electronics, engaging in all phases from schematic capture to testing. Collaborate with teams to enhance product lines and troubleshoot e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by ensuring compliance in avionics and electrical systems. Collaborate with teams to integrate vendor equipment, resolve certification issues, and document testing results while...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Engage in leading electrical engineering projects, managing design, procurement, and team collaboration. Drive efficiency in remote and on-site environments while ensuring compliance with industry sta...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $100K *

Contribute to innovative aerospace testing by assembling and maintaining complex systems. Collaborate with engineers to enhance testing efficiency and ensure safety while working with mechanical, flui...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K *

Optimize maintenance operations by executing preventative inspections, managing repairs, and collaborating with teams to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime in a fast-paced environment...

New Minas, NSIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development and improvement of electronic production test systems and processes, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure quality and efficiency in manufacturing and new product introducti...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$82K - $110K *

Execute maintenance and repair of power plant electrical systems, ensuring safe operation of equipment including boilers, motors, and control systems. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and optimi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$73K - $101K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team to maintain and repair electrical systems in a cutting-edge energy facility. Utilize your expertise in instrumentation and controls to ensure optimal plan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$73K - $101K *

Optimize maintenance and repair of electrical systems in a high-capacity waste-to-energy facility, ensuring safety and efficiency while collaborating with teams to enhance operational performance and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $165K *

Transform engineering strategies while leading software design engineering for nuclear and critical infrastructure projects. Ensure excellence in team performance, client relationships, and project de...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $89K *

Grow your career with a hands-on role providing technical support for UPS systems. Engage in startup, maintenance, and troubleshooting while delivering exceptional customer service in mission-critical...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $105K *

Join our team to innovate electrical engineering solutions for machinery control and monitoring systems in government and commercial vessels. Leverage your expertise to ensure compliance and quality i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the execution of electrical work on construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and scheduling standards. Collaborate with teams to manage subcontractors and resolve issues...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $109K *

Manage the electrical scope of projects from initial contact to hand-off, collaborating with customers and teams throughout the pre-construction lifecycle to ensure successful project execution and al...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Deliver excellence in electrical project management by overseeing field activities, ensuring safety, quality, and effective communication. Lead teams to achieve project goals while managing resources...

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

$113K - $170K *

Elevate your career by supporting critical electrical systems through start-up, commissioning, and maintenance. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and deliver exceptional service in mission-c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$113K - $170K *

Bring your expertise to the forefront of mission-critical systems, overseeing installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced electrical equipment while collaborating with teams to ensure p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$91K *

Join a dynamic team to maintain and operate plant equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency. Collaborate with others, oversee tasks, and manage data while adapting to various shifts and responsibiliti...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $165K *

Develop cutting-edge electrical system architectures for next-gen space vehicles. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance your systems engineering skills and contribute to the reliability...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop electrical systems for next-gen space vehicles. Collaborate with experts, enhance your engineering skills, and contribute to cutting-edge technology that secu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $170K *

Lead the Electrical Engineering studio to ensure project success, manage resources, and drive financial performance. Mentor staff, oversee operations, and enhance client relationships while maintainin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower project success by ensuring quality compliance and inspection standards. Collaborate with teams to identify nonconformances, implement quality plans, and drive innovative construction methods...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.