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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$104K - $194K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative electrical hardware solutions for defense systems. As a subject matter expert, you will guide key initiatives across development and production phases while me...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $190K *

Drive innovation by developing critical electrical hardware for aircraft, tackling complex challenges in power distribution, conversion, and system integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K *

Pioneer your electrical expertise in a safety-critical role, ensuring optimal performance of electrical systems and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic, collaborative environmen...

Kamloops, BCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $130K *

Drive code compliance projects by managing inspections, reviewing plans, and mentoring inspectors. Collaborate with clients and oversee project performance while ensuring adherence to budget and techn...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K *

Redefine your career by leading electrical projects, mentoring apprentices, and ensuring safety on-site. Utilize your expertise to install and maintain systems while driving progress in a collaborativ...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Invent innovative solutions in healthcare imaging by joining our engineering team. Focus on new product development and support for MRI systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver hi...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K *

Support mission-critical HVAC systems by performing maintenance, repairs, and installations. Utilize your expertise to ensure optimal performance and safety in commercial environments while collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance the future of electrical panel solutions by driving sales, managing projects, and ensuring customer satisfaction from inquiry to delivery. Collaborate with teams to develop innovative designs...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing large-scale electrical installations. Manage multiple high-rise projects from bidding to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and timely execution while col...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as you support high-budget electrical projects in power generation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring timely, safe, and cost-effective electrical engineering sol...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $128K *

Analyze and enhance critical engineering systems, ensuring effective operations and troubleshooting. Collaborate with teams to implement improvements and maintain compliance with industry standards, d...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$68K - $92K *

Provide advanced technical support and leadership in the installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial food equipment, ensuring high-quality service and customer satisfaction while managing comp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $93K *

Unlock potential by providing expert electrical troubleshooting and maintenance for complex industrial systems. Ensure reliability and safety while optimizing production equipment through advanced ski...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$78K - $108K *

Innovate cutting-edge electronic product designs and support production while collaborating across teams. Ensure design integrity, troubleshoot issues, and facilitate smooth transitions to manufacturi...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $146K *

Champion innovative electronic designs for mission-critical defense applications. Collaborate across the product lifecycle, from concept to production, ensuring high-performance solutions that meet ri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K *

Drive excellence in plant operations by providing essential electrical and instrumentation support, ensuring safety, efficiency, and effective communication with vendors while troubleshooting, maintai...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Elevate the reliability and safety of electrical systems at a leading geothermal power facility. Drive operational excellence by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, manag...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of electrical systems at a leading geothermal facility, ensuring reliability and safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, manage projects, and uphold elec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to ensure the reliability and safety of electrical systems at a leading geothermal power facility. You'll oversee operations, manage projects, and enhance safety protocols while collab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in electrical engineering by designing, overseeing, and optimizing critical power systems for mission-driven projects. Collaborate closely with teams to ensure safety, reliability, an...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $135K *

Elevate your career by leading commercial electrical crews, ensuring safety and quality on-site. Collaborate with project teams to drive productivity and mentor electricians while managing installatio...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $108K *

Support and optimize advanced automated warehouse systems, ensuring efficient maintenance and troubleshooting. Collaborate with teams to uphold safety and operational standards, contributing to the su...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by owning electrical engineering projects from concept to energization. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-voltage and medium-voltage power infrastructure solutions w...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Engage in the full lifecycle of high-voltage and medium-voltage power projects, from design to energization. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions while enhancing your technic...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $109K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security systems by installing, maintaining, and upgrading advanced public address, surveillance, and access control systems, ensuring optimal operation and compliance wit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.