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 - $115K *

Grow your career with a hands-on role in electronic security systems installation and maintenance. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective project delivery while troubleshooting and supporting adva...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer concepts into innovative electrical designs that prioritize safety and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop detailed drawings and specifications for low- and...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to maintain, diagnose, and repair residential HVAC systems. Drive quality workmanship and customer satisfaction while ensuring compliance with safety standards and local codes. Exp...

3 weeks ago

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

$81K - $85K *

Empower your technical expertise by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing complex electronic and RF systems across diverse environments. Your contributions will ensure operational readiness and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $134K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team of mobile fleet technicians, driving performance and customer satisfaction while fostering a culture of growth and operational excellence in a rapidly exp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$124K - $156K *

Lead the charge in ensuring safety by managing complex fire alarm systems. Utilize your expertise in programming, troubleshooting, and compliance to enhance fire safety in commercial and high-rise bui...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $110K *

Transform your career by ensuring the reliability of critical instrumentation and electrical systems in a dynamic industrial environment. Collaborate with teams to maintain safety and efficiency in pl...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure the reliability of electrical systems through installation, testing, and maintenance of protective relaying and metering systems. Collaborate with engineers and technicia...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$167K - $230K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of aerospace technology by leading high-reliability digital electronics design. Oversee the full product lifecycle, ensuring seamless integration and performance o...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team as you leverage your electrical engineering expertise to drive innovative design solutions in nuclear projects, collaborating across disciplines and mentoring junior engineers for...

Reposted yesterday

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

$84K - $118K *

Elevate your career as you collaborate across disciplines, drive project success, and innovate in electrical design. Join a dynamic team where your expertise shapes meaningful projects in power genera...

Reposted yesterday

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

$84K - $118K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in electrical design for nuclear projects. Collaborate across disciplines, mentor junior engineers, and lead impactful projects while advancing your career in a s...

Reposted yesterday

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

$84K - $118K *

Drive project success by collaborating across engineering teams, developing innovative electrical designs, and mentoring junior engineers. Contribute to technical excellence in power generation and nu...

Reposted yesterday

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

$84K - $118K *

Join our dynamic team as you collaborate across disciplines to drive innovative electrical design solutions. Leverage your expertise in power generation and nuclear projects while mentoring junior eng...

Reposted yesterday

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

$84K - $118K *

Advance your career by collaborating with diverse teams to design and implement innovative electrical systems. Leverage your expertise in power generation and nuclear projects while mentoring junior e...

Reposted yesterday

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

$84K - $118K *

Champion innovative electrical design solutions while collaborating across teams to ensure project success. Leverage your expertise in high voltage systems and nuclear projects to mentor junior engine...

Reposted yesterday

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

$84K - $118K *

Lead interdisciplinary collaboration to drive innovative electrical design solutions. Contribute to project success through technical excellence, mentoring, and hands-on field support while advancing...

Reposted yesterday

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

$85K - $100K *

Unlock your potential by delivering innovative electrical, instrumentation, and control solutions for municipal water projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and complianc...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

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

$83K - $99K *

Transform electrical systems in data centers by installing, maintaining, and repairing critical infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and safety while enhancing operational effic...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $96K *

Empower your career as a skilled Electrician Journeyperson, ensuring the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of complex electrical systems while promoting safety and teamwork in a dynamic manufac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $144K *

Transform the future of technology by supporting the development and testing of cutting-edge electromechanical and optical devices. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, conducting experiments and tro...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $105K *

Lead project management initiatives, ensuring quality execution and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to optimize resources, manage timelines, and foster strong relationships while driving i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $93K *

Optimize your skills as a hands-on expert in industrial electrical systems, troubleshooting CNC machines and PLCs. Drive operational efficiency by diagnosing issues and performing repairs to keep prod...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $112K *

Lead the charge in servicing, testing, and maintaining power transmission equipment. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure compliance and safety while traveling extensively to various job sites, d...

Oklahoma City, OKRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$84K - $112K *

Transform power systems maintenance by leading inspections, testing, and repairs on high voltage equipment. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and safety while traveling extensively to delive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.