Technician Jobs in Newark, 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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Utility Worker

  • Elior-Independent-School-Dining
  • Demarest, NJ (18 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Demarest, NJ (18 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Utility Worker Job Reference Number: 38615 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Education Brand: Elior-Independent-School-Dining Location: Demarest, New Jersey (US-NJ) The Role at a glance:...

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Field Service Technician I

  • B. Braun Medical UK
  • Lyndhurst, NJ (5 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • Lyndhurst, NJ (5 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • moments ago

Field Service Technician I Company: B....

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Field Service Technician

  • Motivate LLC
  • Long Island City, NY (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Long Island City, NY (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Motivate is seeking qualified Station Technicians (Field Service Technicians) to join our New York bikeshare team. As a technician, you help maintain station terminals and station components....

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Lead Field Service Technician - BAS -NJ

  • Honeywell
  • Elizabeth, NJ (4 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (4 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced and technically skilled Senior Field Service Technician to support our Building Automation and HVAC Control Systems in the Elizabeth, New Jersey area....

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General Utility Worker L1-2, Transmission Operations Underground Transmission, Extra High Voltage

  • Consolidated Edison
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

voltage and/or other high-energy systems Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator, without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance...

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Field Service Technician - New York City Metro/ Southern CT

  • Becton, Dickinson and Company
  • New York City, NY (8 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York City, NY (8 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Field Services & Preventive Maintenance Execute preventive maintenance programs to ensure system reliability and uptime....

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Field Service Technician, Night Shift - Woodbridge, NJ

  • Rivian
  • Woodbridge, NJ (13 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (13 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

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

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HVAC Controls - Field Service Technician (Union)

  • Honeywell
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Honeywell International is seeking an experienced and motivated HVAC Controls - Field Service Technician to join our Building Automation team in New York City, Queens, The Bronx and Brooklyn, NY....

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Handyman NYC - Union Boiler Technician (Diego Beekman)

  • WinnCompanies
  • Bronx, NY (14 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (14 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Diego Beekman Mutual Housing Association is seeking a thorough and attentive Boiler Technician Handyman - Union to join our team at Diego Beekman, a 1,200-unit property in the Bronx, NY....

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Utility Technician

  • Veolia
  • Bayonne, NJ (5 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bayonne, NJ (5 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Perform excavations and restorations related to operation, maintenance and repair of water distribution and wastewater collection system....

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Field Service Technician

  • Ecolab Inc.
  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Ecolab is seeking a Field Service Technician to join our team in the Brooklyn, NYC market....

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Senior Field Service Technician

  • ABB LTD
  • Cedar Knolls, NJ (16 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cedar Knolls, NJ (16 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Support the certification process of Associate Field Service Technicians and Field Service Technicians. Coach technicians and supervise complex site activities....

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Field Service Technician

  • Insight Global
  • Parsippany, NJ (14 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (14 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0775392 Job Title: Field Service Technician Company: Insight Global Location: Parsippany, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not Provided Hours...

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Field Service Technician - Level 1

  • Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

, Service Foreman, Service Manager, Shop Manager, Mechanic Supervisor, Technician Supervisor, Lead Mechanic, Lead Technician, Diesel Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Service Technician, Heavy Equipment...

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Field Service Technician

  • Teklysium
  • Pequannock, NJ (15 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pequannock, NJ (15 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Provide technical support to fellow service technicians when needed. Follow up with customers to ensure product repairs are satisfactory and service call was performed to expectations....

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Demographic Data for Newark, NJ

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Salary for Technician Jobs in Newark, NJ

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


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