Technician Jobs in Allentown, PA

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

  • Astound
  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 10 hours ago

A Day in the Life of the Broadband Network Technician I: Detect, troubleshoot and resolve system outages in aerial and/or underground capacities related to transmission levels, signal losses and off-air...

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NDT Technician

  • Rotating Machinery Services
  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 2 days ago

WORK ENVIRONMENT : While performing the duties of this position, the employee may work / enter a shop or field service environment with exposure to moving mechanical parts....

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Field Service Technician II

  • Toshiba America Business Solutions
  • Allentown, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 13 days ago

Field Service Technician II Hourly Range $23.50 to $24.50, depending on experience. Monthly Technician Bonus Summary Are you driven by purposeful work and the opportunity to grow your career?...

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Sanitation Technician

  • Keurig Dr Pepper
  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 25 days ago

Job Overview:Sanitation Technician Prepares cleaning and sanitation chemicals. Operates cleaning equipment on exterior equipment surfaces and manually cleans equipment parts....

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Field Service Technician

  • Forest / Warren Human Services
  • Souderton, PA (22 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Souderton, PA (22 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 27 days ago

Field Service Technician Souderton, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22545558 Summary Souderton, PA Travel Job within 300 miles operating radius $39.00 - $48.00 per Hour 1 Years Experience Vocational/Technical Certificate...

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

  • Asplundh
  • Easton, PA (15 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Easton, PA (15 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 27 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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Senior Field Service Tech

  • Evoqua Water Technologies LLC
  • Harleysville, PA (23 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Harleysville, PA (23 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary: The Senior Field Service Technician will be responsible for initiating and executing field service activities at customer sites in a safe and efficient manner....

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Boiler Technician

  • Lowe's
  • Hatfield, PA (24 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hatfield, PA (24 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Aerotek Keyword Location Search view all jobs Boiler Technician Hatfield, PA Posted 2 days ago Apply Now Immediate Need for a Boiler Technician at a Stable and Growing Company - Services Commercial...

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Field Service Technician

  • EastmanKodak
  • Allentown, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities We are looking for a Field Service Technician to join our team in the Harrisonburg/Allentown, PA region....

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Maintenance Technician - Utilities

  • Keurig Dr Pepper
  • Allentown, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Equipment to include high pressure steam boilers, chillers, low & high pressure air compressors, reverse osmosis process water systems, wastewater pre-treatment system, aseptic product processing equipment...

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Field Service Technician

  • Truno
  • Allentown, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 45+ days ago

SUMMARY The POS Field Service Technician is accountable to ensure timely response to all service requests for customer sites in their assigned territory....

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Field Service Technician

  • Ingersoll Rand
  • Breinigsville, PA (11 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Breinigsville, PA (11 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

Field Service Technician Field Service Technician BH Job ID: BH-3601-6 SF Job Req ID: 16609 Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer....

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Field Service Technician - North East (MD, NJ, NY, PA)

  • Pro Mach Inc
  • Allentown, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Bartelt Packaging is looking for a Field Service Technician to join its team who resides in MD, NJ, NY or PA....

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Demographic Data for Allentown, PA

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Salary for Technician Jobs in Allentown, PA

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 Allentown, PA 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 Allentown, PA
None
39.2%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
18.8%
2-4 years
15.2%


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