Technician Jobs in Asheville, NC

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 (Industrial Solutions) - Grade G/H ($29.50 - $42.23)

  • BorgWarner Inc.
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 5 hours ago

Position Field Service Technician (Industrial Solutions) Location Hendersonville, NC This position will be based at the BorgWarner Arden facility in Western North Carolina and will transition to a new...

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Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician (Spruce Pines territory)

  • Weisiger Group
  • Asheville, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 6 days ago

Summary The Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of customer equipment in a shop or field environment while maintaining an acceptable level of productivity and customer...

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Automotive Electrical Technician

  • Global IID Parent
  • Arden, NC (8 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Arden, NC (8 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Service Technician _______________________________________________________________ DEPARTMENT: Field Operations REPORTS TO: Area Service Manager FLSA: Non-Exempt (Hourly) Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am...

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Transmission Substation Technician I or II

  • Duke Energy
  • Asheville, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 13 days ago

Position Summary: A Substation Technician I will assist a higher level technician and sometime safely lead a lower level technician in activities associated with substation construction and maintenance...

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Field Service Technician (Neptune) Asheville, NC

  • Stryker
  • Asheville, NC
  • 19 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 19 days ago

Through time as a Field Service Technician, the foundation is laid to follow multiple career paths including engineering, project management, sales, and leadership....

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Field Service Tech - Non-union

  • Asplundh
  • Weaverville, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 28 days ago
  • Weaverville, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 28 days ago

Description Field Technician Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive, Hourly Benefits: Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) from day one Company Sponsored Retirement Plan after one year...

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Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician

  • The Weisiger Group
  • Asheville, NC
  • 29 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 29 days ago

Summary The Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of customer equipment in a shop or field environment while maintaining an acceptable level of productivity and customer...

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Field Service Technician

  • Culligan Water
  • Fletcher, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fletcher, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

options set the standard in the water treatment industry....

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Demographic Data for Asheville, NC

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Salary for Technician Jobs in Asheville, NC

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 Asheville, NC 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 Asheville, NC
None
39.2%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
18.8%
2-4 years
15.2%


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