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Data last updated on 2 August 2026
What does a ElectricalTechnician do?
As an electrical technician you install, maintain and repair electrical installations. The job is also known as electrician, industrial electrician or site electrician. You draw up electrical diagrams, place cable trays and tubes, pull cables for the different circuits, connect the earthing system and wire electrical boards. You put installations under voltage, check them, diagnose faults and repair defects. You work in residential construction, in industry or on large sites, and you always follow the safety rules and work with respect for the environment. With experience you can also coordinate a team of electricians. Across Flanders, electrical technicians keep the installations running that homes and companies depend on every day.
Typical tasks
- Draw up an electrical diagram
- Place cable trays, tubes and cables for the different circuits
- Place and wire electrical boards
- Put installations under voltage and check them
- Diagnose faults and repair defects
- Work safely and with respect for the environment
Required skills
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Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about applying via Werkvolk.
What does an Electrical technician do?
An electrical technician installs, maintains and repairs electrical installations. You draw up diagrams, pull cables, wire electrical boards, put installations under voltage and check them, and you diagnose faults and repair defects. You work in residential construction, in industry or on large sites, always following the safety rules.
How much does an Electrical technician earn in Belgium?
In Belgium an electrical technician usually earns between 17 and 25 euro gross per hour, depending on experience and sector. Technicians in industrial environments and those who take on-call duty generally sit at the top of that range.
In which sectors and environments does an Electrical technician work?
You work in the finishing side of construction: in residential construction, in industry or on large sites. Besides new installations you also handle maintenance and repairs, so your work ranges from homes to industrial buildings. It is varied technical work, often on changing locations.
What is the difference between an Electrical technician and an electrician?
Electrician is the broad everyday name for anyone who works on electrical installations. As an electrical technician you go beyond installing alone: you also maintain installations, diagnose faults, repair defects and check the technical conformity of the work. That maintenance and repair side is what sets the technician apart.
Is there strong demand for an Electrical technician in Flanders?
Yes, the demand is high across Flanders. Homes, companies and industrial sites all rely on electrical installations that must be installed, maintained and repaired, and experienced technicians are scarce. Whoever masters both installation and troubleshooting has plenty of options.