When you’re a professional electrician, it doesn’t take long to figure out that wearing some random pants to work isn’t going to cut it. You work with several tools like diagonal cutters and clamp meters, and work pants that allow you to carry as many as possible without sacrificing comfort are a delight. Moreover, every electrician would like protective clothing. When faced with a myriad of options, choosing the best becomes an uphill task. That is why we have compiled a list to make this choice easier. Let’s discover the best electrician work pants together!
Best Pants For Electricians (Best Work Trousers For Electricians)
Men’s Electrician Pants
Men’s DuraTech Ranger Duck Pants
Dickies Men's Duratech Ranger Duck Cargo Pant
Not many electricians’ work pants tick all the boxes as the DuraTech Ranger Duck Pants do. The fabric is a durable combo of 68% cotton, 30% polyester, and 2% elastane made with Lycra ToughMax technology. The material is also water- and oil-resistant with the RepelPRO feature. You’ll also love that it has a special pocket for your cell phone, watch, and cargo pockets for your tools.
The crotch gusset provides good padding against groin injury, and these pants are always eligible for the occasional machine wash.
KUHLMen’s Rydr Pants
The first thing that caught our fancy about KUHL Men’s Rydr Pants was the signature phone pocket. The design is simply perfect and gives you access to your phone anytime. However, that’s probably the last reason you should buy electrician work pants.
These pants are made to stand the test of time with a fine blend of combed cotton and spandex, which doesn’t sacrifice a soft feel. The reinforced critical junctions, pockets, and bottom cuffs with double-needle tack bars are further testament to its durability. For comfort and free movement, the KUHL Rydr Pants feature a gusseted crotch, articulated knees, and a signature yoke system.
One thing we didn’t like was the absence of pockets for work tools. Aside from that, these pants are great.
Finally, we think you will like the river washed treatment for the weathered feel it gives the pants. You’re free to clean them with your washing machine too!
Carhartt Rugged Flex® Relaxed Fit Canvas Work Pant
Carhartt Rugged Flex Relaxed Fit Canvas 5 - Pocket Work Pant - Gravel
Carhartt Men's Rugged Flex Relaxed Fit Canvas Flannel-Lined Utility Work Pant
These pants are another Cotton/Spandex combo built for comfort if you’re always on the move. It comes in three fits- Straight, relaxed, and loose and all have a reinforced front slash pocket, a special cell phone pocket, and the usual jeans pocket. The belt loops are tough sewn-on-stream ones.
The feature we’re most excited about here is the Carhartt Rugged Flex® technology that permits any stretching you do when working. That’s a key factor in durability. However, these pants do not have dedicated pockets for your work tools.
Carhartt Loose Fit Firm Duck Double-Front Utility Workpant
Carhartt Rugged Flex Relaxed Fit Duck Double - Front Utility Work Pant - Carhartt Brown
Here, we have another classic work pair of pants that we think you should consider. ‘Rugged’ was the idea behind producing the firm duck double-front utility work pants. That’s why it’s a 100% cotton ringspun duck canvas with double-layered knees (to add knee pads or clean out debris) and reinforced back pockets. You can get either of the three fits- loose, relaxed, straight as it suits you.
For your work tools, the pants feature several tool and utility pockets, as well as a hammer loop on the left leg. The reinforced back pockets can carry heavy hand tools too. The only thing we didn’t like was the absence of a dedicated pocket for cell phones. However, that doesn’t take much away from these excellent pants since your phone may just fit in one of the utility pockets.
Carhartt Relaxed Fit Twill Utility Work Pant
Carhartt Men's Relaxed Fit Washed Twill Dungaree Pant
The Twill Utility Work Pant has nearly all the features of the Fit Firm Duck Double-Front Utility Work. That includes several tool and utility pockets, a hammer loop on the left leg, and reinforced back pockets. It also has tough sewn-on-seam belt loops and comes in loose, relaxed, and straight fits. However, it is 100% cotton ringspun peached twill suitable for a warm machine wash. It does not feature a special phone pocket either.
Wrangler Riggs Workwear Men’s Ranger Pant
Wrangler Riggs Workwear mens Ranger work utility pants, Dark Brown, 33W x 30L US
$43.32 in stock
Here, we have work pants designed with professionals in mind. For durability and protection, the fabric is 100% cotton ripstop. It also features a gusset crotch and reinforcement at the knees, seams, back pockets, and tape measure clip. The front pockets are deep and roomy, but you also have a hammer loop, side cargo pockets, and a watch pocket for work tools. The leather tape measure clip is another outstanding feature of these pants.
Note that this only comes in a relaxed fit that you should find comfortable around your waist and fits over your work boots well.
Caterpillar Men’s H2o Defender Pant
Caterpillar Men's H2O Defender Pant (Regular and Big & Tall Sizes), Black/Graphite, 32W x 32L
Although we’re quite certain that the professional electrician’s duties are not one for extreme weather conditions, these pants have an amazing water-resistant feature. The 65% cotton / 33% polyester / 2% elastane twill with water-resistant fabric permits all the stretching you need to do while working. At the knee, there’s 100% nylon CORDURA® oxford that protects against abrasion. There’s also a pocket for a knee pad that you can buy separately.
To keep your tools, there are several layered multipurpose pockets, and a bellowed cargo pocket with a secure flap. You also get a dedicated cell phone pocket on the right thigh. Another interesting feature is the side snap-off oxford tool bags that can go into your front pockets when empty. Otherwise, you can fill them up with tools for easy access. These pants also have reflective piping for low-light environments. Quite the catch, yes? We think so too!
Red Kap Men’s Double Knee No-Scratch Shop Pants
Red Kap Men's Shop Pant, Charcoal, 38W x 30L
Although these Red Kap pants are designed for the perfect paint job, they will make your electrical work quite easy. The 54% Polyester, 42% Cotton, and 4% Spandex fabric combo lasts. It belongs to the Red Kap zero Skratch collection that covers buttons, snaps, and zippers for a scratch-free surface while working. The touchtex pro tech on these pants gives it a soft yet tough feel and keeps the color intact. There’s also the durable press finish that helps you avoid ironing these pants. Every machine wash will leave your pants looking brand new again!
It has several pockets for your tools- two jean-style front pockets, two oversize hip pockets, a left leg cargo pocket, and a double-pocket design on the right leg. It also features an inseam gusset for crouching with ease. There’s no dedicated phone pocket, but these Red Kap pants will work for you!
Women’s Electrician Work Pants
Carhartt Women’s Original Fit Crawford Pants
Carhartt Women's Original Fit Crawford Pants
These are the kind of work pants you can wear to run a house’s electrical network today and rock to your favorite band’s concert tomorrow. They’re a combo of cotton and spandex with Carhatt’s signature Rugged Flex durable stretch tech for the utmost comfort. It is slightly fitted and has a contoured waistband.
You’ll also get several utility pockets for your tools and other accessories. There’s no special phone pocket, but that should fit in one of the pockets.
Carhartt’s Women’s Rugged Professional™ Series Rugged Flex® Loose Fit Canvas Work Pant
Carhartt Women's Rugged Flex Loose Fit Canvas Work Pant
If you’re disappointed in the Women’s Original Fit Crawford Pants’ lack of a dedicated phone pocket, the Women’s Rugged Professional Series Work Pants will make you happy with the right-leg cell phone pocket. The 59% cotton / 39% polyester / 2% spandex fabric is stain-resistant, colorfast, and has strong triple-stitched main seams. There’s a reinforced slash pocket and two reinforced back pockets for your tools. The work pants come in four fits- fitted, slim fit, straight fit, and original fit.
Dovetail Workwear Britt Utility Cargo Pants
Dovetail Workwear Britt Utility Cargo Pants for Women, Straight Leg Fit, 11 Functional Pockets
Dovetail workwear pants are the brilliant results of an effort to create the right work pants for women. The 60%modal / 28% polyester / 10% nylon / 2% spandex fabric is tougher than denim yet, lighter and stretchier. It has 11 pockets and a Hip Slot, zip pocket, tool loop, crotch gusset, articulated and reinforced knee, knee slot for pads, plus a tough cuff to prevent fraying.
Dovetail Workwear Maven X Cargo Pants
Dovetail Workwear Maven X Cargo Pants for Women, Slim Leg Fit, 10 Functional Pockets
Here’s another Dovetail product you should enjoy wearing for work. However, the Maven X Cargo Pants is a slim-fit 97% cotton / 3% spandex fabric with a crotch gusset, hidden elastic waist, and reinforced front pockets. There are ten functional pockets for your tools, a hammer loop, and a hip slot. As with all Dovetail products, these pants also feature a mid-rise, contoured waist, and a cut for multiple body types.
Dickies Women’s Relaxed Fit Straight Leg Cargo Pant
Dickies Women's Relaxed Cargo Pant, Rinsed Black, 12 R
1 used from $27.12
These pants take their inspiration from military pants designed to keep all necessities within reach. They did a good job with seven functional pockets that feature a bellowed cargo pocket. The 81% Cotton, 18% Polyester, and 1% Spandex fabric is soft for comfort yet allows you to stretch all you want when working.
Best Jeans For Electricians
ARIAT Men’s Rebar M4 Relaxed Durastretch WorkHorse Boot Cut Jeans
Ariat Men's Rebar M4 Low Rise DuraStretch Boot Cut Jean, Maritime
If you’re the jeans type, Ariat men’s Rebar Relaxed Durastretch Jeans are what you need. The 67% cotton, 32% poly, and 1% spandex ToughMax™ fabric is light, comfortable, and stretchy. The fit is relaxed through the waist, hip, and thigh. We love the provisions for work tools on this one- a flat hammer loop, extra deep front pockets, and several utility pockets. You will enjoy it too!
Carhartt’s Rugged Flex® Relaxed Fit Heavyweight 5-Pocket Jean
Carhartt Men's Rugged Flex Relaxed Fit Heavyweight 5-Pocket Jean
This 98% cotton / 2% elastane warp stretch denim with Rugged Flex® stretch technology is built for workers on the move. It has a relaxed fit for comfortability and strong sewn-on-seam belt loops. For your tools, you have reinforced back pockets, a right leg utility pocket and loop, and a left leg hammer loop.
Carhatt’s Relaxed Fit Utility Jean
Carhartt Men's Rugged Flex Relaxed Fit Utility Jean
This one is a 86% cotton / 14% polyester denim that sits comfortably at your waist. It has multiple tool and utility pockets, a hammer loop on the left leg, and sewn-on-seam belt loops.
Wrangler Authentics Men’s Classic 5-Pocket Regular Fit Flex Jean
Wrangler Authentics Men's Classic 5-Pocket Regular Fit Jean, Twilight Flex, 32W x 30L
The 98% cotton and 2% spandex durable denim flex fabric is comfortable and stretchy. The 5-pockets-(1) watch pocket, (2) front scoop pockets, and (3) back patch pockets can help hold some of your tools too. There’s one last thing- It’s perfect for your lunch dates too!
Lee Men’s Performance Series Extreme Motion Straight Fit Tapered Leg Jean
Lee mens Performance Series Extreme Motion Straight Fit Tapered Leg Jeans, Fernando, 36W x 32L US
Here’s another option for you, and it is very similar to the Wrangler Authentics Jean except for the straight fit and 97% cotton/ 3% spandex fabric. It’s always eligible for a good machine wash too.
Work n’ Sport Men’s Regular Fit Jeans
This pair of jeans will work for you on and off the job. It has the classic 5-pocket jean design, and the flex fabric allows stretching. One thing we like about the jeans is that it has metal rivets and bartacks at all stress points to ensure durability.
Wrangler Men’s Thermal Jeans
Wrangler Rugged Wear Men's Woodland Thermal Jean
During winter, the Wrangler thermal jeans will always be there for you. The fabric is 100% denim with a quilted lining of 100g Thinsulate insulation. It has deep front pockets and comes in an oversized fit for max comfort.
Bonus Work Trousers: Dewalt’s Pro Tradesman Black Trousers
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