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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$80K - $95K *

Optimize electrical designs for battery systems, collaborating with engineers to create accurate schematics and documentation. Ensure manufacturability and compliance while maintaining high standards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $99K *

Elevate your career by leveraging your expertise in advanced troubleshooting and process optimization within a semiconductor manufacturing environment. Mentor junior technicians while driving improvem...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $105K *

Transform your career by leading complex fire alarm projects, ensuring compliance and safety through expert programming, inspection, and coordination with contractors and teams in diverse environments...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$71K - $105K *

Empower innovation by leading electrical design for aerospace systems. Collaborate across teams to develop cutting-edge sensor technologies, ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $103K *

Empower our team by providing technical support for industrial controls, focusing on PLCs and VFDs. Collaborate with Customers and Sales to enhance equipment performance through application solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to design innovative electrical systems for diverse building projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to deliver high-per...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $135K *

Drive innovative electrical designs for complex building systems, collaborating with multi-discipline teams to deliver high-performance solutions. Lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and engage wi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $135K *

Drive innovative electrical designs for complex building systems, collaborating with multi-discipline teams to deliver high-performance solutions. Lead projects from concept to execution while mentori...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to design innovative electrical systems for diverse building projects. Lead complex designs, collaborate with multi-discipline teams, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring com...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $135K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative electrical systems for diverse building projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with industry standard...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $135K *

Join us to design innovative electrical systems for diverse building projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to deliver high-performance sol...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $135K *

Transform building systems by designing complex electrical infrastructures. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, lead projects, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance with codes and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $135K *

Lead the charge in designing complex electrical systems for diverse building projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to deliver innovative s...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative electrical systems for diverse projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to deliver high-performan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform complex electrical systems design for critical infrastructure. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, lead projects, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance with industry sta...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$98K *

Drive quality electrical solutions by independently managing projects from start to finish. Utilize your expertise to troubleshoot, communicate effectively with clients, and ensure safe, organized job...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $133K *

Empower innovation by joining a dynamic Vehicle Integration team, where you'll build and retrofit development vehicles, troubleshoot complex systems, and contribute to cutting-edge projects in a hands...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $154K *

Empower our team by providing expert telemetry engineering support for missile defense initiatives, focusing on trajectory validation, performance analysis, and onsite expertise during flight tests to...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in data center operations by leading complex electrical engineering projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance system performance and reliability while s...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$71K - $107K *

Elevate the design of transformers and reactors, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to deliver effective solutions while gaining valuable experience towards a Professio...

Granby, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $107K *

Unlock potential by designing transformers and reactors of varying complexity, ensuring quality and timely delivery while collaborating with customers and internal teams to provide effective solutions...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of industrial equipment by designing innovative electrical hardware systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and reliability while enhancing documenta...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$91K - $98K *

Oversee critical data center operations by monitoring and maintaining IT infrastructure systems. Engage in preventative maintenance, respond to emergency situations, and ensure optimal conditions for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to troubleshooting and maintaining complex electrical and control systems in both shop and field environments, ensuring optimal performance and safety in reactor operation...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $95K *

Transform complex electro-mechanical systems through design, testing, and troubleshooting. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performance while ensuring safety and compliance. Mentor junior t...

1 week 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.