Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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
  • 15 days ago
  • Morrisville, PA
  • 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

  • Astound
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bethlehem, 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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Generator Field Service Technician

  • NOV Inc.
  • Leetsdale, PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Leetsdale, PA
  • 12 hours ago

Education & Qualifications Minimum of 2+ years of experience in small engine repair, mechanical work, or as a service technician....

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Field Service Technician I

  • Leidos
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 12 hours ago

(Equivalence achieved through comparative work and life experience of 2 years of electrical or mechanical field service role)....

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Boiler Technician

  • Spherion
  • Connellsville, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Connellsville, PA
  • 14 hours ago

Spherion Connellsville is working with a Client to fill a 1st shift Boiler Technician Position. Pay Rate is $20.00 an hour....

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Sanitation Technician

  • Alphia
  • Hazleton, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hazleton, PA
  • 19 hours ago

Job Description: Sanitation Technician Alphia is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees....

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GIS / DT Field Service Technician

  • CP1367 GE Grid Solutions, LLC
  • Charleroi, PA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Charleroi, PA
  • 20 hours ago

Our site in Charleroi PA USA is a hub for the service of metal-encapsulated, gas-insulated high-voltage switchgears, their components & drives....

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Field Service Technician

  • Alfa Laval AB
  • Warminster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Warminster, PA
  • 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

  • Caterpillar
  • Waynesburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Waynesburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: SPM Oil & Gas currently has an opening for a field service technician....

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Field Service Technician

  • Diebold Corp
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

Expect more. Connect more. Be more at Diebold Nixdorf. Our teams automate, digitize, and transform the way more than 75 million peoplearound the globebank and shop in thishyper-connected,...

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Sewer Operation - Utility Worker l

  • Pittsburgh Water
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Utility Worker I Department: Sewer Operations Shift: Monday through Wednesday, 3:00pm-11:30pm, Saturday and Sunday, 7:00am-3:30pm Union: Pittsburgh Joint Collective Bargaining Committee...

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Field Service Technician

  • Culligan
  • Norristown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Norristown, PA
  • 2 days ago

Perform diagnostics, installations or removals on residential and commercial water treatment equipment; identify malfunctions and resolve accordingly....

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NDT Technician

  • Rotating Machinery Services
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethlehem, 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

  • USA Compression
  • Connellsville, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Connellsville, PA
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary The Field Service Technician (FST) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of natural gas compression equipment within an assigned territory...

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Field Service Technician

  • Try
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

Field Service Technician PITTSBURGH, PA Data Center CoE Sr....

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Salary for Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
None
39.2%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
18.8%
2-4 years
15.2%


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