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 *

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...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $190K *

Shape the future of transportation infrastructure by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with codes while makin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$114K - $145K *

Transform reliability practices by leveraging your expertise in engineering and maintenance. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency, ensuring compliance and driving innovative soluti...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead innovative electrical engineering projects from concept to completion, mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Collaborate in a cross-functional team to deli...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional residential electrical services. Utilize your skills to diagnose, repair, and enhance electrical systems while ensuring customer satisfaction and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $200K *

Grow your career with a leading residential electrical service provider, delivering exceptional solutions and customer satisfaction. Join a dedicated team focused on quality and expertise in diagnosin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $102K *

Elevate your career by blending control panel design with field engineering. Collaborate with clients to deliver innovative solutions in dynamic industrial settings, ensuring quality and safety while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $81K *

Champion advanced troubleshooting and maintenance of automated material handling systems. Lead technical initiatives, mentor technicians, and enhance equipment reliability while ensuring safety and op...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $103K *

Join a team that's redefining space exploration by developing cutting-edge avionics hardware for robotic systems. Collaborate across disciplines to drive projects from concept to production, ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $132K *

Shape the future of avionics by developing cutting-edge electrical hardware for spacecraft. Collaborate with diverse engineering teams through all phases of design, testing, and production, while gain...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $112K *

Execute maintenance and oversight of critical facility systems, ensuring peak operational efficiency and safety. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and enhance electrical and mechanical systems, m...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead field operations for electrical systems, mentoring teams and ensuring safety. Oversee testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting in power plants and substations, while maintaining high standards...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $93K *

Inspire a dynamic team as you champion safety and quality in industrial mechanical projects, ensuring efficient operations and strong client relationships across diverse job sites...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $213K *

Lead the design and implementation of complex electrical systems for data centers, managing project teams and delivering high-quality technical solutions while ensuring client satisfaction and adheren...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $213K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and management of complex electrical systems for high-performing data centers, while mentoring a team and ensuring project success through collaboration and inno...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $213K *

Drive innovative electrical engineering solutions for complex data center projects, leading teams to deliver high-quality designs and technical expertise while managing client relationships and projec...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $213K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical engineering in data centers. Lead complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and deliver high-quality technical solutions while collaborating with m...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $213K *

Unlock your potential as you lead the design of complex electrical systems for high-performing data centers, guiding a team of engineers while delivering innovative solutions and managing client relat...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $213K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical engineering by designing complex power systems for high-performing data centers. Lead projects, mentor engineers, and deliver innovative solutions w...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $213K *

Engage your expertise to design and lead complex electrical systems for high-performing data centers. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage projects, and mentor junior engineers while deliv...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $213K *

Join us to lead innovative electrical engineering projects, designing complex systems for high-performing data centers. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and deliver h...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $105K *

Transform municipal engineering projects by overseeing design, implementation, and execution of consultant services. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success and compliance while enhancing the...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$62K - $104K *

Unlock your potential as a Journeyman Electrician, performing service and installation for residential and light commercial projects while ensuring safety and compliance across the Baltimore, PA, and...

4 weeks 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.