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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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Navy support by driving innovative electrical engineering solutions for ship design, ensuring compliance with government specifications and optimizing integrat...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Drive innovative electrical engineering solutions for Navy support projects, ensuring compliance with government specifications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance ship design and opti...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $132K *

Join our team to perform skilled instrumentation and electrical work, ensuring the reliability of systems and equipment. Collaborate with operations and engineering to support SCADA systems and mainta...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $116K *

Empower operational excellence by diagnosing and maintaining critical instrument and electrical systems. Utilize advanced troubleshooting skills to ensure optimal performance and reliability in a dyna...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $116K *

Join a team that's dedicated to diagnosing and maintaining critical instrument and electrical systems. Utilize your expertise to troubleshoot, repair, and enhance equipment reliability in a dynamic in...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $116K *

Drive excellence by diagnosing and maintaining critical instrument and electrical systems. Utilize advanced troubleshooting skills to ensure optimal performance and reliability of equipment in a dynam...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $116K *

Unlock potential by diagnosing and maintaining critical electrical and instrumentation systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance and safety in industrial environme...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $116K *

Join a dynamic team as you troubleshoot and maintain critical electrical and instrumentation systems. Utilize your expertise in PLCs, AC/DC electronics, and preventive maintenance to ensure operationa...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $116K *

Join us to troubleshoot and maintain critical instrumentation and electrical systems. Utilize your expertise in PLCs, AC/DC electronics, and preventive maintenance to ensure operational efficiency and...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $92K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team of Multi-Craft I&E Technicians. You'll install, maintain, and repair advanced control systems while ensuring safety and compliance in an industrial environme...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K *

Join our team to support outage and maintenance cycles, ensuring quality and safety in tooling assembly and inspection. Engage with clients and contribute to effective field operations while adhering...

Tiverton, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of electrical design by leading complex projects, mentoring junior designers, and delivering innovative control systems. Engage in diverse assignments that enhance your expertise whil...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $133K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex field service activities, ensuring safety and compliance while identifying new business opportunities. Collaborate closely with customers and cross-functional teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative field engineering solutions. You'll oversee project planning, material management, and safety protocols, ensuring quality and efficiency in a dyna...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Explore a dynamic role providing field engineering expertise in project planning, material management, and safety oversight. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality standards and operational efficien...

3 weeks ago

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

$74K - $109K *

Transform complex technical challenges into effective solutions by overseeing engineering, design, and maintenance activities. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance operational effic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Analyze and enhance electrical systems for optimal performance and safety. Collaborate with design teams and manage documentation to drive innovative improvements in industrial heating applications. L...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$66K - $111K *

Join a dynamic team to troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain complex electronic systems. Collaborate with engineers to ensure operational excellence in a fast-paced environment, supporting critical co...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $111K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team that supports advanced communication systems. Engage in hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electronic and electromechanical systems, co...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $93K *

Unlock advanced technical support for installations, ensuring compliance with standards while leading tasks and coordinating activities. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to enhance project o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $111K *

Advance infrastructure projects by leveraging electrical engineering expertise in design, analysis, and field investigations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and support...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$82K *

Shape the future of operations by performing electrical maintenance and supporting startup/shutdown projects, ensuring optimal performance and safety in a dynamic industrial environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$74K - $124K *

Unlock your potential as you lead complex electronic security installations, ensuring top-notch maintenance and support for diverse systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance safety...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $92K *

Advance your career by leveraging your electrical drafting expertise to deliver high-quality designs for diverse infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff...

Collingwood, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $92K *

Join a team that's transforming infrastructure through innovative electrical design. Leverage your expertise in drafting and modeling to deliver high-quality projects across transportation, municipal...

Pickering, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.