Electrical Technician Jobs in Tennessee

Electrical Technician jobs in Tennessee are active and competitive, with strong demand across manufacturing, utilities, and construction sectors and openings from entry-level technician to senior field specialist. Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga generate the heaviest hiring volume, anchored by employers like Tennessee Valley Authority, Nissan North America, and Volkswagen Group of America. Industrial automation, power distribution, and programmable logic controller troubleshooting are the specialties Tennessee employers request most consistently. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles36
Top employerDal-Tile
Top cityNashville, TN
Cities hiring16
Work type92% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Siemens
Electrical Assembly Technician (Entry Level) - 1st Shift
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Electrical Assembly Technician (Entry Level) - 1st Shift
Siemens
Memphis, Tennessee
Inventory Control
Logistics & Inventory
Warehouse Operations
Forklift Certification
10,000+

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Mueller Water Products
Electrical Maintenance Technician
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Electrical Maintenance Technician
Mueller Water Products
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades

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Welch Packaging Group
Maintenance Technician (Electrical)
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Maintenance Technician (Electrical)
Welch Packaging Group
Lexington, Tennessee
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Technician
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED

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SpaceXAI
Electrical Technician (Medium Voltage)
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SpaceXAI
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Electrical Technician (Medium Voltage)
SpaceXAI
Memphis, Tennessee
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Industrial Electrical Technician - 1st & 2nd Shift
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Industrial Electrical Technician - 1st & 2nd Shift
NABRICO Marine Products
Ashland City, Tennessee
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED

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Electrical Technician Jobs by City in Tennessee

Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Nashville
7 jobs
Memphis
6 jobs
Dickson
5 jobs
Chattanooga
4 jobs
Knoxville
2 jobs
Clarksville
2 jobs
Halls
1 job
Loudon
1 job
Bartlett
1 job

Electrical Technician Job Market in Tennessee

A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Dal-Tile
Dal-Tile3 open roles
Gaylor Electric
Gaylor Electric3 open roles
Astec Industries
Astec Industries3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Food & Beverage
  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Tennessee Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical technician jobs across Tennessee.

  • Associate degree or technical diploma in electrical technology or a closely related field
  • Valid Tennessee electrical contractor or journeyman license or a reciprocal license recognized by the state
  • Hands-on experience with PLC programming, diagnostics, and industrial control systems
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
  • Familiarity with NFPA 70 National Electrical Code and OSHA lockout/tagout safety procedures
  • Experience with preventive maintenance programs in a manufacturing or utility environment

Electrical Technician Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a electrical technician in Tennessee?

Most electrical technicians in Tennessee enter the field through an associate degree or diploma program in electrical technology from a Tennessee College of Applied Technology campus, then pursue a journeyman electrician license issued by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. The licensing path requires documented hours of supervised field work and a written exam. Employers in manufacturing and utilities also hire candidates who complete registered apprenticeship programs through regional trade organizations.

Which companies hire electrical technicians in Tennessee?

Employers hiring electrical technicians in Tennessee right now include Dal-Tile, Gaylor Electric, and Astec Industries, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Tennessee's large automotive, utility, and aerospace manufacturing base means demand is spread across the state rather than concentrated in a single industry.

Which Tennessee cities have the most electrical technician jobs?

Nashville, Memphis, and Dickson have the most electrical technician openings in Tennessee. Nashville's growth in commercial construction and data infrastructure drives the bulk of postings, while Memphis benefits from a dense logistics and manufacturing corridor, and Chattanooga's automotive plants, including Volkswagen's assembly facility, create steady demand for technicians in industrial and production settings.

Are there remote electrical technician jobs in Tennessee?

Yes, but they're rare. About 8% of electrical technician openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-dependent nature of most technician work. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely are documentation, PLC programming support, and remote monitoring of automated systems.

How can I get hired as a electrical technician in Tennessee with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a Tennessee College of Applied Technology program, which offers short-term electrical technology credentials that Tennessee manufacturers and utilities actively recruit from. Large employers like Tennessee Valley Authority and regional industrial contractors run apprenticeship and co-op programs that pair classroom learning with paid field hours. Candidates moving from adjacent roles such as facilities maintenance technician or HVAC service technician find the transition manageable, especially when they hold an industry credential like OSHA 10 or a CompTIA certification.

Where can I find and apply to electrical technician jobs in Tennessee?

You can find and apply to electrical technician jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the ones that match.

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