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How much do electrical technical officer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for electrical technical officer in the United States is $100,365.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,500.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an electrical technical officer?

Electrical Technical Officers (ETOs) are specialized marine engineers responsible for managing, maintaining, and repairing electrical and electronic systems on ships or offshore platforms. They handle equipment such as power generation and distribution systems, communication devices, navigation systems, and automation controls. ETOs play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of a vessel's operations by troubleshooting faults, conducting regular inspections, and keeping detailed maintenance records. Their expertise is essential for minimizing downtime and ensuring compliance with maritime safety standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an electrical technical officer?

To excel as an Electrical Technical Officer, you need a thorough understanding of electrical systems, troubleshooting, and maintenance, usually supported by an engineering degree or relevant maritime certifications. Familiarity with tools such as PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), shipboard electrical systems, and compliance with safety standards like STCW is crucial. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies are essential to ensure the safe and efficient operation of electrical equipment on vessels, minimizing downtime and maintaining safety at sea.

What are some of the typical challenges electrical technical officers face when working on ships, and how can they be addressed?

Electrical Technical Officers (ETOs) on ships often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting complex electrical systems in remote environments, managing power distribution during critical operations, and ensuring compliance with maritime safety regulations. Working at sea means limited access to spare parts and external technical support, so resourcefulness and a strong problem-solving mindset are essential. Building strong communication with the engineering team and maintaining detailed documentation can help ETOs address issues efficiently and minimize downtime, ensuring vessel safety and operational continuity.

What is the difference between Electrical Technical Officer vs Electrical Engineer?

AspectElectrical Technical OfficerElectrical Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires technical certifications or diploma in electrical engineeringRequires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentHands-on technical roles, maintenance, troubleshooting in industrial or maritime settingsDesign, development, and project management in various industries
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in maritime, manufacturing, and maintenance sectorsUsed across construction, power, and consulting industries

The main difference is that Electrical Technical Officers focus on technical maintenance and operational tasks, often with technical certifications, while Electrical Engineers are involved in designing and planning electrical systems with a formal degree. Both roles are essential but serve different functions within the electrical industry.

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Infographic showing various Electrical Technical Officer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,365 per year, or $48.3 per hour.

Electrical Elevator Support Technician II

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

EPSILON SYSTEMS
Space Research Administration • 501 - 1,000 employees

$30 - $35.91/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is seeking a full time Electrical Elevator Support Technician II Norfolk, VA.
Summary: This position will work closely with Ship's Force, Government and contract personnel to provide electrical technical support for Naval Ships. This position will include assessing and repairing all electrical aspects of shipboard elevators, dumbwaiters and conveyors in a shop and shipboard environment. This position supports aircraft carrier elevator maintenance in Norfolk, VA.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provides technical support and assistance on electrical systems and components, supporting U.S. Navy shipboard weapons elevators, cargo elevators, and dumbwaiters.
  • Conducts research and provides drawings, technical manual information, design specifications, and engineering technical recommendations for the condition assessment, corrective action and the preventative measures to prevent electrical equipment related problems from reoccurring.
  • Assists with shipboard PMS accomplishment.
  • Uses a variety of precision measurement standards and instruments
  • Assists ships force with obtaining supply and repair parts information as required.
  • Provides technical assistance support on complex machinery controls system technical problems beyond the capability of ship's force.
  • Provides direct communication to ship's force representative that completely describes the electrical systems and component problem and solutions to correct.
  • Provides input and assist with process improvement procedures. assembles and installs equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
  • Performs the necessary out briefs to ship's force representatives including ship's officers and supporting personnel as well as briefs to management within engineering department.
  • Understands and follow standard and specified safety procedures and operating.

Required Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum six plus years of direct experience working with the preventative / corrective maintenance and troubleshooting of shipboard weapons elevators, cargo elevators, and dumbwaiters systems
  • Ability to use drawings, prints, schematics, and wiring diagrams to locate defective components and perform repairs. Work with published technical directives and equipment specifications which outline specific alignment and calibration procedures
  • Ability to attach moving parts and subassemblies to basic assembly units, using hand tools and power tools as instructed and other duties as assigned by their supervision
  • Knowledgeable of Navy tag-out, standard troubleshooting techniques, and Navy Quality assurance practices
  • Knowledge and experience in military terminology procedures
  • Knowledge of standard items, test procedures and test memos
  • Candidates without OSHA 10 certification will be required to obtain it within 10 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Working knowledge of the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM)
  • Experience with quality assurance processes and procedures
  • OSHA 10 certification preferred; candidates without certification will be required to obtain it within 10 days of hire

Pay Range:
The pay range for this role is $30.00-$35.91 Hourly. This is a reasonable estimate for this role. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
ADA Notations:
  • Frequent standing, sitting, walking, handling, feeling with hands, reaching with arms
  • Regular Communication (hearing and speaking)
  • Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting of heavy objects
  • Ability to go aboard ships, barges and other naval craft
  • Ability to move in narrow and restricted passageways, up/down steep and narrow ladders or stairways onboard ships
  • Ability to lift, carry and move objects up to 50 lbs in weight
  • Industrial, shop environment

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.