Technician Jobs in Lancaster, 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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Utility Worker Teamsters - EVENING SHIFT - Housekeeping Hospital

  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 18 hours ago

Apply now Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.00 Shift: Evening Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hour Hours: 3:30P-12:00A Recruiter...

Electrician Technician

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Sanitation Technician - Immediate Opening

  • Middletown, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Middletown, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, high, precarious places, vehicle emissions, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, and high voltage electrical equipment and vibration...

Part-Time Utility Worker

  • Wernersville, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wernersville, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Part-Time Utility Worker** **Job Reference Number:** 29504 **Employment Type:** Part-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Healthcare **Brand:** Cura-Hospitality **State:** Pennsylvania (US-PA) **Why...

Field Service Technician I

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 5 days ago

Your Role at Baxter The Field Service Technician I will perform functions related to product readiness for patient utilization on a wide range of rental and customer owned medical products....

Utility Worker

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 6 days ago

Location Name: PENN STATE HEALTH LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER - 31990001 Location ID: 31990001 Utility Worker Location: PENN STATE HEALTH LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER - 31990001 Workdays/shifts : Varying...

Electric Technician/ Electronic Technician/ Electrical Technician

  • Middletown, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Middletown, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Fabricate, assemble, modify, repair, test, and provide shop support to production and prototype wire harnesses and electrical assemblies. Identify nonconforming detail parts, assemblies and...

Utility B - Start (Meter Reader)

  • Lebanon, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lebanon, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Requisition Number: 26138 At UGI Utilities, Inc. we believe in providing a superior range of energy products and services to our customers in a safe, affordable manner. As our energy needs evolve,...

Utility Worker - NIGHT SHIFT - Housekeeping Hospital

  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Apply now Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.00 Shift: Night Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour Hours: 11:30p - 8:00a Recruiter...

Distribution Center Facilities/Sanitation Technician

  • Mountville, PA (6 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Mountville, PA (6 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Position Summary: The Janitorial/Facilities Technician is responsible for the building and grounds overall appearance and cleanliness....

Plumbing Technician

  • Washington Boro, PA (8 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington Boro, PA (8 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 13 days ago

PeopleReady Skilled Trades is looking for a Plumbing Technician in Washington Boro, Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate will have service knowledge with unclogging drains and plumbing lines....

Environmental Field Services Technician

  • Honey Brook, PA (23 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Honey Brook, PA (23 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 14 days ago

The Field Services Technician I is responsible for the clean-up and transportation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous waste....

Field Service Technician

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 14 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 14 days ago

Job Title: Field Service Technician Location: Lancaster PA Pay range: $27-32/HR and is based upon prior low voltage experience Company Summary: Our client is a proven leader in the communications industry...

Field Service Technician Opportunities

  • York, PA (18 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • York, PA (18 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Why join GEA Job Advertisement: Industrial Refrigeration Service Technician Join Our Dynamic Team!...

Field Service Technician

  • Elizabethtown, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 19 days ago

Job Title: Field Service Technician Department: Pennsylvania Service Department Location: Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania Reports To: Service Manager Job Overview The Field Service Technician is a highly...

Demographic Data for Lancaster, PA

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Salary for Technician Jobs in Lancaster, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Technicians in Lancaster, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
26.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.4%
Bachelor's Degree
21.0%
Associate's Degree
19.3%
Master's Degree
6.1%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Technicians in Lancaster, PA
None
39.2%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
18.8%
2-4 years
15.2%


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