Electrical Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania
Electrical Technician jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in manufacturing, utilities, industrial automation, and infrastructure across a market that ranges from entry-level positions through senior and lead technician roles. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown are the largest hiring centers, anchored by major employers such as PECO Energy, PPL Corporation, and Siemens. The most in-demand specialties include industrial controls, power distribution, and instrumentation and calibration. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join our team as a Maintenance technician. Work independently and with other plant personnel to perform preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance tasks to include troubleshooting issues, repairing failures of production and facilities equipment, and ensuring maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness. All tasks will be performed while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of the company, including safety.
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Essential Functions
- Setup, install, adjust, repair, and maintain production equipment, including conveyors, motors, gear boxes, pneumatics, hydraulics, and automation systems (PLC, HMIs, industrial instruments and sensors), variable frequency drives, pumps, electrical cabinets, HVAC, air compressors, lifting equipment, building maintenance, etc.
- Equipment Maintenance - Perform routine, predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed. Inspect regularly and as needed to ensure proper operation.
- Complex Problem Solving - Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options. Implement effective solutions.
- Operation Monitoring - Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure the production line and auxiliary machinery are working properly with maximum efficiency and effectiveness. Including routine inspection rounds.
- Operation and Control - Control the operation of equipment or systems
- Medium and low voltage electrical troubleshooting.
- Participate in plant safety, health, and environmental programs.
- Completes training by supervisor.
- Complies with all safety and company policies and procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Support, design, and execute minor and major projects.
- Keep tools and shop equipment well maintained, as well as housekeeping.
Pay is based on experience.
- Design – effective knowledge of design techniques, tools and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
- Mechanical – effective knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Computers – effective knowledge of computer hardware and software
- Electrical and electronics – effective knowledge of industrial electrical/electronic equipment and systems
- Judgment and Decision Making – consideration of the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
- Able to work in time sensitive and sometimes stressful situations.
- Able to work independently, prioritize tasks and do research to find answers in some cases with little guidance.
- Able to follow directions, procedures, and guidelines as directed by supervisor.
- Able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment with outdoor exposure.
- Available to work overtime, weekends, and changing shifts, as needed.
- Must have a high level of attention to detail.
- Must be organized, thorough, reliable, and dependable.
- High School diploma or equivalent. 2 Year technical degree (preferred).
- Certifications are not required, although they can be useful as a means of demonstrating the ability to handle the rigors of the job effectively.
- Industrial electricity or Industrial Automation maintenance background required.
- Capability to manage problems related to automated production plants and machinery.
- 3+ year's maintenance experience in a manufacturing capacity.
- Demonstrable computer abilities, Windows (Word and Excel), Internet and email, and other relevant applications.
- Demonstrable Advanced Analytical/Troubleshooting Skills, including PLC, Electrical, Mechanical, and other related systems, shop tools, and industrial equipment.
Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, dusty conditions, high-noise environments, chemicals used in the process, and extreme temperatures. The facility is an industrial manufacturing plant.
This position is designated safety sensitive.
Join our team as a Maintenance technician. Work independently and with other plant personnel to perform preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance tasks to include troubleshooting issues, repairing failures of production and facilities equipment, and ensuring maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness. All tasks will be performed while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of the company, including safety.
-
Essential Functions
- Setup, install, adjust, repair, and maintain production equipment, including conveyors, motors, gear boxes, pneumatics, hydraulics, and automation systems (PLC, HMIs, industrial instruments and sensors), variable frequency drives, pumps, electrical cabinets, HVAC, air compressors, lifting equipment, building maintenance, etc.
- Equipment Maintenance - Perform routine, predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed. Inspect regularly and as needed to ensure proper operation.
- Complex Problem Solving - Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options. Implement effective solutions.
- Operation Monitoring - Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure the production line and auxiliary machinery are working properly with maximum efficiency and effectiveness. Including routine inspection rounds.
- Operation and Control - Control the operation of equipment or systems
- Medium and low voltage electrical troubleshooting.
- Participate in plant safety, health, and environmental programs.
- Completes training by supervisor.
- Complies with all safety and company policies and procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Support, design, and execute minor and major projects.
- Keep tools and shop equipment well maintained, as well as housekeeping.
Pay is based on experience.
- Design – effective knowledge of design techniques, tools and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
- Mechanical – effective knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Computers – effective knowledge of computer hardware and software
- Electrical and electronics – effective knowledge of industrial electrical/electronic equipment and systems
- Judgment and Decision Making – consideration of the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
- Able to work in time sensitive and sometimes stressful situations.
- Able to work independently, prioritize tasks and do research to find answers in some cases with little guidance.
- Able to follow directions, procedures, and guidelines as directed by supervisor.
- Able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment with outdoor exposure.
- Available to work overtime, weekends, and changing shifts, as needed.
- Must have a high level of attention to detail.
- Must be organized, thorough, reliable, and dependable.
- High School diploma or equivalent. 2 Year technical degree (preferred).
- Certifications are not required, although they can be useful as a means of demonstrating the ability to handle the rigors of the job effectively.
- Industrial electricity or Industrial Automation maintenance background required.
- Capability to manage problems related to automated production plants and machinery.
- 3+ year's maintenance experience in a manufacturing capacity.
- Demonstrable computer abilities, Windows (Word and Excel), Internet and email, and other relevant applications.
- Demonstrable Advanced Analytical/Troubleshooting Skills, including PLC, Electrical, Mechanical, and other related systems, shop tools, and industrial equipment.
Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, dusty conditions, high-noise environments, chemicals used in the process, and extreme temperatures. The facility is an industrial manufacturing plant.
This position is designated safety sensitive.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Chemicals & Materials
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical technician jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Completion of a Pennsylvania-registered electrical apprenticeship or journeyman-level training preferred by most employers
- Associate degree or technical diploma in electronics, electrical technology, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with PLCs, motor controls, and industrial automation systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
- Familiarity with NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code) and OSHA electrical safety standards
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to customer or plant sites across the region
Electrical Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical technician in Pennsylvania?
The most direct path is completing an accredited electrical technology or electronics program at a Pennsylvania community college or technical school, such as those offered through the Pennsylvania College of Technology or community colleges in the PASSHE network. Many employers also hire through registered apprenticeship programs overseen by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. While Pennsylvania does not require a state license specifically for electrical technicians in most industrial settings, obtaining an OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 card and relevant manufacturer certifications strengthens any application significantly.
Which companies hire electrical technicians in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring electrical technicians in Pennsylvania right now include ATI, Electrical Automation Services, and TRI-M, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's heavy concentration of utilities, chemical processing plants, and advanced manufacturing facilities means sustained demand from large industrial and infrastructure-focused employers throughout the state.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most electrical technician jobs?
Philadelphia, Kennett Square, and Pittsburgh have the most electrical technician openings in Pennsylvania right now. Philadelphia drives volume through its dense base of utilities, healthcare systems, and manufacturing, Pittsburgh draws demand from its legacy industrial and energy sectors, and Allentown reflects the Lehigh Valley's rapid growth in logistics, distribution, and light manufacturing that relies heavily on electrical and controls technicians.
Are there remote electrical technician jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. Electrical technician work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical equipment, facilities, or job sites, so the vast majority of roles require on-site presence. About 4% of electrical technician openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in technical support, documentation, or systems design functions rather than direct installation or maintenance work.
How can I get hired as a electrical technician in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a registered apprenticeship through a Pennsylvania Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee or an employer-sponsored program at a large manufacturer or utility. Candidates who complete an electrical technology program at a school like Pennsylvania College of Technology or Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology are regularly hired into entry-level maintenance technician or electrical helper roles. Holding an OSHA 10 card and a basic PLC or instrumentation certification from a community college significantly improves your chances with industrial employers across the state before you have formal field experience.
Where can I find and apply to electrical technician jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to electrical technician jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly.
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