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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$108K - $130K *

Advance your career by delivering innovative electrical engineering solutions. Collaborate on product development, testing, and commercialization while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring project...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at our plant by ensuring all equipment operates at peak capacity, guiding maintenance technicians, managing projects, and driving operational efficiencies to reduce costs and enhan...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K *

Optimize industrial control systems by installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex instrumentation. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with safety...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$64K - $108K *

Drive the reliability of automated pharmacy operations by leveraging your electrical, mechanical, and troubleshooting skills to enhance equipment performance and mentor team members in a dynamic, hand...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Champion project delivery by leading electrical initiatives across North America, ensuring safety and quality in arc flash and electrical safety programs while coordinating with diverse teams to enhan...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$97K - $129K *

Lead and mentor a solar installation crew, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity on residential and small commercial projects. Manage workflow, train team members, and maintain customer communica...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $101K *

Lead the installation, maintenance, and repair of advanced traffic signal and street lighting systems. Ensure optimal functionality and safety through skilled electronic and electrical work, while pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing field electrical operations for large-scale projects. Oversee installation, scheduling, and safety compliance while ensuring timely delivery and quality standards are met...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Advance the design and implementation of electrical systems for industrial facilities, overseeing multiple projects while ensuring compliance with safety standards and best practices in lighting, fire...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of control systems by leading projects, designing solutions, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful implementation and functionality of instrumentation and cont...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design and engineer low-voltage motor control centers and VFDs. Collaborate with customers and production to ensure compliance with industry standards while shaping innovative m...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Engineer high voltage construction projects by establishing targets, ensuring safety, and managing budgets. Lead teams to deliver quality results on time while fostering strong client relationships an...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing through expertise in automation and controls. Leverage your engineering skills to drive reliability, optimize performance, and lead impactful pr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative substation protection and control designs, managing complex engineering projects, and mentoring a skilled team to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality util...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Transform utility substation design by leading engineering teams, ensuring quality and safety in protection and control systems while managing project budgets and schedules for diverse energy projects...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Optimize substation protection and control design by leading engineering teams, managing project schedules and budgets, and delivering innovative solutions for utility projects, ensuring safety and qu...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $125K *

Drive innovative solutions in advanced transmission planning, enhancing decision-making through intelligent workflows and technical expertise. Collaborate on complex studies to address future grid nee...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Shape the future of transmission planning by conducting advanced research and developing innovative methodologies to address complex grid challenges and enhance decision-making processes in a dynamic...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K *

Optimize operational reliability by performing proactive inspections and troubleshooting electrical systems. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure safety and efficiency while maintaining high-qu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to provide technical guidance and support for transformer projects, ensuring safety and quality standards are met while collaborating with various stakeholders. This role involves...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in high voltage transmission line design. Leverage your engineering expertise to tackle complex challenges and lead projects that enhance infrastructure across Ca...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Transform your engineering career by designing high voltage transmission lines. Collaborate with a dedicated team to tackle complex projects, ensuring innovative solutions and professional growth in a...

Markham, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading power systems engineering for transmission protection. Drive compliance, enhance reliability, and guide teams in innovative solutions to shape the future of energy with adv...

Austin, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$55K - $126K *

Unlock potential by applying technical expertise to develop and maintain complex DoD weapon systems. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot, test, and evaluate systems while ensuring compliance with e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Transform your career by troubleshooting and repairing complex electronic systems. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure quality compliance and operational excellence while maintaining safety stan...

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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.