Technician Jobs in Mississippi

A Technician in the utilities industry is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of utility systems such as electricity, water, gas, and telecommunications. They perform regular inspections and testing of systems to ensure they are operating efficiently and safely, troubleshoot problems, and handle the repair or replacement of equipment. Technicians may also be responsible for reading utility meters and reporting usage information. Their work is often physically demanding, and they may have to work in challenging weather conditions and at great heights or depths.

Important skills for a Utilities Technician include problem-solving, attention to detail, mechanical skills, and physical stamina. They should also have strong knowledge of relevant safety protocols and regulations. Many employers require Technicians to hold relevant certifications, such as an Electric Power Technology certificate for those working with electrical systems. Prior to becoming a Utilities Technician, individuals may hold roles such as a Maintenance Worker, Meter Reader, or Utility Worker, all of which provide relevant experience in the industry.

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Field Service Technician I

  • Leidos
  • MS
  • 18 hours ago
  • MS
  • 18 hours ago

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Field Service Technician

  • Axelon Services Corporation
  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago

Location: Jackson, MS Duration: 7 Months Responsibilities: Execute field service activities at customer sites in a safe and efficient manner....

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Field Service Technician II

  • Toshiba America Business Solutions
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 7 days ago

Field Service Technician II Hourly range $18.00-$21.00, depending on experience Monthly Technician Bonus Plan Mileage Reimbursement Summary Are you driven by purposeful work and the opportunity to grow...

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Field Service Technician I

  • Toshiba America Business Solutions
  • Southaven, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 7 days ago

Field Service Technician I Hourly Range: $17.00 to $20.00 depending on the experience. Summary Are you driven by purposeful work and the opportunity to grow your career?...

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Lead Field Service Technician

  • Honeywell
  • MS
  • 8 days ago
  • MS
  • 8 days ago

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Lead Field Service Technician Fire/Access Controls

  • Honeywell
  • MS
  • 8 days ago
  • MS
  • 8 days ago

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Sr Field Service Technician

  • Honeywell
  • MS
  • 8 days ago
  • MS
  • 8 days ago

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Field Service Technician

  • The Raymond Corporation
  • Pearl, MS
  • 10 days ago
  • Pearl, MS
  • 10 days ago

Field Service Technician (Pearl, MS / Jackson, MS) At Raymond Central, our technicians are the heart and soul of our company....

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Field Service Technician

  • Mission Critical Group
  • Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • 12 days ago
  • Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • 12 days ago

Job Description The Field Service Technician 3 performs installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and emergency repair of low-, medium-, and high-voltage power systems at client sites throughout the...

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Field Service Technician

  • ABB LTD
  • MS
  • 12 days ago
  • MS
  • 12 days ago

This position reports to: Field Service Manager __ In this role you will be responsible for start-up and commissioning and post-start-up field services primarily within the data center market, in Electrification...

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Sanitation Technician I - 1st Shift, A Crew

  • Maker's Pride
  • McComb, MS
  • 14 days ago
  • McComb, MS
  • 14 days ago

Sanitation Technician I - 1st Shift, A Crew at Maker's Pride Sanitation Technician I - 1st Shift, A Crew at Maker's Pride in McComb, Ohio Posted in 1 day ago....

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Fire and Water Technician

  • ServiceMaster Restore
  • Laurel, MS
  • 21 days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 21 days ago

Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Position Overview Provides emergency restoration and disaster recovery services to customers following assigned work orders provided by the Lead Technician...

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Field Service Technician - Welding R20494

  • nVent Management Company
  • MS
  • 22 days ago
  • MS
  • 22 days ago

Field Service Technician - Welding R20494 #652290 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education This job requires a High School Diploma or GED ?...

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Field Service Technician/Electrical - 20272107

  • Liebert Global Services
  • MS
  • 22 days ago
  • MS
  • 22 days ago

Field Service Technician/Electrical - 20272107 #652324 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education This job requires Any Education Level ?...

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SkillBridge -Senior Aircraft Electrical Technician

  • Airbus Helicopters, Inc.
  • Columbus, MS
  • 26 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 26 days ago

Description This Opportunity is for a SkillBridge - Senior Aircraft Electrical Technician with a work location in Columbus, MS....

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Demographic Data for Mississippi

Moving to Mississippi? Find some basic demographic data about Mississippi below.


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Salary for Technician Jobs in Mississippi

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireUtilities research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Technicians in Mississippi offer the following education background
High School or GED
25.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.5%
Bachelor's Degree
21.8%
Associate's Degree
19.4%
Master's Degree
6.4%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Technicians in Mississippi
None
39.2%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
18.8%
2-4 years
15.2%


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