Technician Jobs in Trenton, 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 (3 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Morrisville, PA (3 miles from Trenton, 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
  • 13 hours ago
  • Trenton, 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

  • Alfa Laval AB
  • Warminster, PA (17 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warminster, PA (17 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

About the job In this position the Field Service Technician is available for 24/7 on call field service labour, trouble shooting and service training at customer locations for mechanical, electrical...

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Field Service Technician I

  • Schneider Electric
  • Horsham, PA (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Horsham, PA (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Schneider Electric has an outstanding opportunity for a passionate individual to assume the role of a Field Service Technician at our Horsahm, PA location. What will you do?...

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92W Water Treatment Specialist

  • Army National Guard
  • Willow Grove, PA (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Willow Grove, PA (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Your duties will include: site reconnaissance and preparation for water treatment activity; set up equipment and facilities; operation and maintenance of water treatment equipment; management of portable...

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Field Service Technician III

  • Qualus
  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Specialized Field Services department as a Field Service Technicians III....

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Field Service Technician - New Jersey

  • Bloom Energy
  • Fieldsboro, NJ (8 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Fieldsboro, NJ (8 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

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Field Service Technician (Uniontown, PA)

  • Integrative Staffing Group
  • Levittown, PA (5 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Levittown, PA (5 miles from Trenton, 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 - Egg Harbor Township, NJ

  • CVS Health
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Trenton, 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

  • Inductotherm Corp.
  • Rancocas, NJ (15 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Rancocas, NJ (15 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

Inductotherm Corp. has an exciting opportunity for a Field Service Technician to join our team in Rancocas, New Jersey....

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Sanitation Technician - Now Hiring

  • Sysco
  • Westampton, NJ (14 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Westampton, NJ (14 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

Company: US0670 Edward Don Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 08060 Travel Percentage: 0 Compensation Range: $18.86 The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors...

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Field Service Technician II

  • Canon Solutions America
  • Horsham, PA (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Horsham, PA (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

. - Properly maintain all technical information, Field Service Reports, Expense Reports, and Canon property assigned. - Maintain all technical information and Canon property assigned and provide direction...

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

  • Asplundh
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • Trenton, 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 I - Apparatus Boot Camp Winter 2027

  • Qualus
  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 29 days ago

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus as our Field Service Technician I/Field Service Engineer I....

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Utility Worker

  • Elior North America
  • Jenkintown, PA (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jenkintown, PA (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Utility Worker Job Reference Number: 38932 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Education Brand: Elior-Independent-School-Dining Location: Jenkintown, Pennsylvania (US-PA) The Role at a...

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Salary for Technician Jobs in Trenton, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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