Technician Jobs in Hillsborough, NJ

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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Renewable Natural Gas Plant Technician

  • Waste Management
  • Morrisville, PA (22 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Morrisville, PA (22 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Preferred: Previous RNG Operations Gas processing or pipeline operations experience Gas compression and gas conditioning Controls and programming Landfill gas collections Automotive or Heavy Equipment technician...

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Field Service Technician, Night Shift - Trenton, NJ

  • Rivian
  • Trenton, NJ (19 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ (19 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Role Summary This position is for a hands-on Field Service Technician who will support Rivian vehicle repairs....

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Field Service Technician (Uniontown, PA)

  • Integrative Staffing Group
  • Levittown, PA (24 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Levittown, PA (24 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Field Service Technician (Uniontown, PA) Levittown, PA 4 DAYS AGO 22570203 Summary Levittown, PA Remote $39.55 - $46.00 per Hour 5 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED...

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Field Service Technician (Power Tools) - Morristown, NJ

  • Stryker
  • Morristown, NJ (21 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (21 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Work Flexibility: Field-based Work Flexibility : Field-based What You Will Do: As a Field Service Technician providing support for our Power Tools you will spend the majority of your time in four key...

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Field Service Technician - CS

  • Care One, Llc
  • Morristown, NJ (21 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (21 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Now Hiring - Field Service Technician - [Morristown, New Jersey - WE'RE HIRING Field Service Tech's!] Hours: 6am - 6pm (Mon - Fri + Every other Weekend) SERIOUS INQUIRY ONLY!...

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Field Service Technician - Egg Harbor Township, NJ

  • CVS Health
  • Trenton, NJ (19 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (19 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Position Summary The Field Service Technician provides technical support to the organization's internal users of computer applications and hardware (e.g., PCs, servers, mainframes)....

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Field Service Technician- The Home Depot FDC- Perth Amboy, NJ

  • Plug Power
  • Perth Amboy, NJ (21 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ (21 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

Field Service Technician- The Home Depot FDC- Perth Amboy, NJ Status: Non-Exempt (hourly) Department: Field Service Position Summary The Field Service Technician will support our fuel cell products...

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Field Service Technician I (entry level) - Edison, NJ.

  • NCR Atleos
  • Edison, NJ (15 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (15 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

Become a Field Service Technician I with NCR Atleos Today! Who Are We?...

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Senior Relay Technician - Utility & High-Voltage Protection - Union

  • Asplundh
  • Trenton, NJ (19 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (19 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

We are experiencing strong growth and are immediately hiring Senior Relay Technicians with deep expertise in protection and control, relay schemes, and substation energization....

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Field Service Technician

  • Airgas
  • Piscataway, NJ (12 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (12 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Airgas is Hiring for a Field Service Technician in Piscataway, NJ! We are looking for you!...

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Senior Relay Technician - Utility & High-Voltage Protection

  • Utilities Service, LLC
  • Hamilton, NJ (19 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (19 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Order Number: DF0704373 Job Title: Senior Relay Technician - Utility & High-Voltage Protection Company: Utilities Service, LLC Location: Hamilton, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided...

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Utility Worker

  • Transdevna
  • Sayreville, NJ (17 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sayreville, NJ (17 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Transdev in Sayreville, NJ is hiring a Utility Worker. The Utility role demands expertise in ensuring our building and vehicles are safe, clean and operational. Transdev is proud to offer: CBA...

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Fully Qualified Lineman/Linewoman

  • PSEG
  • Lawrenceville, NJ (15 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lawrenceville, NJ (15 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Know how to identify and use all material, tools, and equipment commonly used on line work. Prepare for and pass the Class A CDL driving test within the first year of employment....

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Lead Field Service Technician- Amazon TEB6 Cranbury, NJ

  • Plug Power
  • Cranbury, NJ (14 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (14 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Field Service Technician I, Lead Status: Non-Exempt (hourly) Department: Field Service Position Summary The Field Service Technician will support our fuel cell products currently installed in electric...

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Field Service Technician- Bridgewater NJ

  • NCR Corporation
  • Edison, NJ (15 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Edison, NJ (15 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

NCR Voyix is looking for Field Service Technicians!...

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Demographic Data for Hillsborough, NJ

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Salary for Technician Jobs in Hillsborough, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Technicians in Hillsborough, NJ 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 Hillsborough, NJ
None
39.2%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
18.8%
2-4 years
15.2%


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