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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$85K - $95K *

Transform your career by collaborating with diverse teams on complex electrical systems. As a key player, you'll enhance project bids and ensure innovative design solutions meet client needs across va...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$99K - $116K *

Lead the charge in electrical excellence by mentoring teams, ensuring compliance with codes, and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Your expertise will shape the fu...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $116K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in electrical engineering and project management. Leverage your expertise to mentor others, ensure compliance with codes, and drive continuous improvement in...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $118K *

Champion innovative electrical designs for HVAC systems, leading projects from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and ensure compliance with...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $118K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative electrical systems for HVAC products, ensuring quality and efficiency in control panel layouts, component selection, and integration of advanced technologies to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $84K *

Develop your career with a role focused on advanced electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and team leadership. Oversee projects, ensure compliance with standards, and enhance equipment reliability...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing and mentoring Field Engineering staff while providing hands-on technical support for AV/IT systems. Drive project success through effective team management, troubleshooti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $90K *

Shape the future of electrical engineering by designing innovative systems and solutions for diverse commercial projects, ensuring compliance and excellence from concept to completion while leading in...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovation by testing and maintaining UAS platforms, ensuring quality and reliability through rigorous software and hardware evaluations while collaborating with engineering teams to optimize...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $102K *

Join a dynamic team as you engage in high-voltage transmission planning, conducting engineering studies and analyses to enhance system reliability and performance. Collaborate with experienced enginee...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Optimize maintenance execution by creating detailed job packages, ensuring safety and efficiency through technical expertise and collaboration with team members...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $90K *

Optimize assembly processes by supporting engineering and operations in the production of precision electromechanical products for the Marine industry, ensuring quality and reliability in a fast-paced...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by generating impactful sales proposals, collaborating across teams, and ensuring customer satisfaction in a dynamic engineering environment. Drive success through technical expe...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$59K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex problems through innovative hardware solutions. Collaborate with engineers and customers to design, build, and deploy unique systems in a fast-paced env...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading complex engineering projects to enhance the power grid. Collaborate with utility customers and internal teams to develop innovative solutions, ensuring reliability and comp...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the expansion and reliability of the power grid by leading complex engineering projects, serving as a technical authority, and managing customer relationships to integrate innovative ene...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of energy by leading complex projects to enhance the power grid. As a senior Electrical Engineer, you'll collaborate with utility customers, drive negotiations, and develop innovative...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a senior Electrical Engineer, leading complex projects to enhance the power grid. Collaborate with utility customers and internal teams to ensure reliability and compli...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing high-voltage transmission systems. As an Electrical Engineer, you'll conduct critical studies, improve performance, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career forward as a senior engineer, specializing in transmission system planning and reliability. Collaborate with utilities, conduct power system simulations, and mentor junior engineers...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the Pacific Northwest's power grid by managing complex engineering projects, serving as the primary technical authority, and fostering key customer relationships to ensure...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join us to lead complex electrical engineering projects that enhance the Pacific Northwest's power grid. As a senior engineer, you'll collaborate with utility customers, drive innovative solutions, an...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of energy by leading complex projects to enhance the Pacific Northwest's power grid. As a senior Electrical Engineer, you'll collaborate with utility customers and internal teams to i...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Help us lead the expansion of the Pacific Northwest's power grid by serving as a key technical partner for utility customers. Drive complex projects, manage customer relationships, and ensure grid rel...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing transmission system reliability through advanced engineering solutions. As a senior engineer, you'll lead power system simulations and collaborate with utilit...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.