Technician Jobs in Kansas City, MO

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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Wind Technician

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 15 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 15 hours ago

Wind Tech REQUISITION: FOS00FP DEPARTMENT: Generation - Western Plains Wind Farm LOCATION: Spearville, KS PAY RANGE: Wind Tech I: $26.63 - $33.32 Wind Tech II: $31.00 - $38.75 Sr Wind Tech: $35.86...

Field Service Technician - 100% Travel (Rotational Position 4 weeks traveling, 1 week off)

  • Kansas City, KS (1 mile from Kansas City, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (1 mile from Kansas City, MO)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description As a Field Service Technician - 100%, you will be responsible for performing and training on major component replacements and repair services as needed across the Invenergy fleet....

HVAC Technician (Maintenance Specialist I)

  • Leawood, KS (10 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Leawood, KS (10 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Johnson County Wastewater is looking for qualified candidates to fill the position of HVAC Technician (Maintenance Specialist I) at their Tomahawk Wastewater Complex....

Plumbing Service Technician

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 3 days ago

Company Name Hamilton Plumbing, Heating, A/C, Rooter Overview Full-time, year-round work Join Hamilton Plumbing, Heating, A/C, Rooter of ARS, the nations largest provider of residential HVAC,...

Micro Sanitation Technician

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: Job: Sanitation Technician Shift: Days Location: Mars Petcare (North Kansas City, Mo) Mars Petcare is seeking a Sanitation Technician to join our exciting pet food business at a manufacturing...

Hvac Technician

  • Kansas City, KS (1 mile from Kansas City, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (1 mile from Kansas City, MO)
  • 4 days ago

The HVAC Technicians will be diagnosing and performing service repairs on various HVAC systems....

Water Treatment Operator

  • Leavenworth, KS (19 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Leavenworth, KS (19 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Treatment Operator....

Industrial Sanitation Technician

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Industrial Sanitation Technician Kansas City, MO, United States of America $18.00 - $20.00 Back Apply Now Back Apply Now Overview LACOSTA Facility Support Services, a minority owned...

Commercial HVAC Technician

  • Lees Summit, MO (18 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (18 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 8 days ago

COMMERCIAL HVAC TECHNICIAN IN LEE'S SUMMIT Date Posted: Monday, June 23, 2025 ?...

Field Service Technician I

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 8 days ago

EnerSys is an industrial technology leader serving the global community with mission critical stored energy solutions that meet the growing demand for energy efficiency, reliability and...

Electrical Engineering Technician

  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 10 days ago

Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced Electrical Designer with expertise in AutoCAD Electrical (ACADE) to support our engineering and design teams. This position plays a key role in the...

Field Service Technician I

  • Kansas City, MO (4 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (4 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 11 days ago

EnerSys is an industrial technology leader serving the global community with mission critical stored energy solutions that meet the growing demand for energy efficiency, reliability and...

Commercial HVAC Technician

  • Lees Summit, MO (16 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (16 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 12 days ago

Commercial HVAC Service Technician Wanted We're in search of a motivated and skilled Commercial HVAC Service Technician to handle service, maintenance, and repairs on a range of commercial HVAC systems...

Commercial HVAC Technician

  • Independence, MO (10 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Independence, MO (10 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 12 days ago

Commercial HVAC Service Technician Wanted We're in search of a motivated and skilled Commercial HVAC Service Technician to handle service, maintenance, and repairs on a range of commercial HVAC systems...

Sanitation Technician (2nd or 3rd Shift)

  • Lenexa, KS (13 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (13 miles from Kansas City, MO)
  • 15 days ago

JOB OVERVIEW: The Sanitation Technician will be responsible for all aspects of externally sanitizing all production equipment and the cleanliness for the entire plant....

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Salary for Technician Jobs in Kansas City, MO

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 Kansas City, MO offer the following education background
High School or GED
26.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.4%
Bachelor's Degree
21.1%
Associate's Degree
19.3%
Master's Degree
6.1%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.8%

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


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