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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$75K - $144K *

Advance your career by providing critical testing and analysis for electronic components. Collaborate with teams to develop test plans, design fixtures, and utilize programming skills to ensure qualit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $118K *

Shape the future of automation by providing technical leadership in electrical, controls, and networking systems. Solve complex issues, mentor engineers, and enhance the reliability of manufacturing e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K *

Advance your career as an Industrial Electrician, ensuring the reliability of high-speed production equipment in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to en...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of large-scale electrical projects. Lead diverse teams from preconstruction to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while managing budget...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion large-scale electrical projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction. Lead teams, manage budgets, and coordinate schedules across diverse industries...

3 weeks ago

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

$99K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing advanced Building Automation Systems for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with engineers and vendors to ensure optimal system integration and perfo...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K *

Lead and mentor a team of system maintenance engineers, ensuring operational excellence and compliance with safety and quality standards while supporting NASA and partner projects at Kennedy Space Cen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $131K *

Take ownership of maintenance strategies while leading a skilled team to enhance operational efficiency. Your expertise influences production reliability and safety standards across multiple assets in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$97K - $143K *

Innovate by leading electrical and electronics development projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring engineers and driving product robustness through structured problem-sol...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative solutions as an Electrical Engineer 2, driving the design and maintenance of advanced electrical systems for various unmanned technologies, while collaborating with a talented team...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $154K *

Engineer innovative Electronic Security Systems solutions for diverse clients, guiding projects from concept to construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with specifications and delive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $154K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team designing advanced Electronic Security Systems for critical clients. Lead projects from concept to construction, ensuring compliance with specifications while coll...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $154K *

Transform the future of electronic security systems by leading design efforts for complex solutions, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, and collaborating with project teams to deliver i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical design by executing medium- and low-voltage power systems and protection & control tasks, ensuring compliance with standards while delivering high-q...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Drive electrical design excellence from concept to construction, ensuring compliance with standards and codes. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality power system designs and studies, while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $95K *

Empower innovation by designing and executing building automation systems for critical infrastructure. Collaborate with engineers and vendors to ensure optimal system integration and performance in a...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K *

Innovate and enhance LNG operations by leveraging your expertise in instrumentation and controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety and reliability in a dynamic industrial envir...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer specifications into precise engineering solutions by serving as a technical liaison between sales and design engineering. Ensure project accuracy and compliance while delivering val...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $97K *

Elevate your career by optimizing automated systems and industrial equipment. As a key player, you'll ensure safe, efficient operations while collaborating with teams to enhance productivity and minim...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Support the development and commissioning of automation systems using DeltaV. Collaborate on engineering design, troubleshooting, and project management to enhance process control systems and ensure o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $145K *

Empower the future of space exploration by designing and testing cutting-edge electrical systems for crew hardware. Collaborate with mechanical engineers to integrate and optimize devices for Axiom St...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $114K *

Lead the charge in servicing and repairing electric and autonomous vehicles, ensuring top-notch performance and safety. Collaborate with engineering teams while adapting to dynamic environments and ex...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K *

Contribute to electrical maintenance and installation, ensuring optimal performance of systems and equipment. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions in a dynamic manufac...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$83K - $106K *

Support our Maintenance Operations Team by delivering high-quality electrical solutions. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex production machinery and electrical systems, ensuring smoot...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by overseeing engineering operations, coordinating major projects, and ensuring compliance within a dynamic team. Drive efficiency and provide critical guidance in a fast-paced env...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.