Technician Jobs in South Dakota

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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HVAC Controls - Senior Field Service Technician

  • Honeywell
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 16 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 16 hours ago

As an HVAC Controls - Senior Field Service Technician here at Honeywell, you will play a critical role in delivering expert technical service and support to our customers....

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Field Service Technician

  • OPEX Corporation
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 days ago

Service Technician....

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Resident Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician

  • KELOLAND
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 11 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 11 days ago

Resident Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician TranSource Truck & Equipment, Inc....

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Senior Field Service Technician (US-SD/ND)

  • Johnson Service Group
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 12 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 12 days ago

As a Senior Field Service Technician you will be responsible for leading the more junior field service techs in the field and being the primary contact with the onsite client Hire Type: Direct Location...

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Field Service Technician

  • GPAC
  • Canton, SD
  • 12 days ago
  • Canton, SD
  • 12 days ago

Field Service Technician We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused Field Service Technician to provide top-tier technical support and service for our equipment and customers....

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Field Service Technician

  • ABB LTD
  • SD
  • 13 days ago
  • SD
  • 13 days ago

This position reports to: Field Service Manager __ In this role you will be responsible for start-up and commissioning and post-start-up field services primarily within the data center market, in Electrification...

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Field Service Technician - Yankton, SD

  • Astec Industries Inc
  • Yankton, SD
  • 14 days ago
  • Yankton, SD
  • 14 days ago

Service Technician tiers are 100% of travel, regional, international....

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Field Service Technician - Sioux Falls, SD

  • Vertiv Holdings, LLC
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 16 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 16 days ago

The Field Service Technician is required to establish, promote and maintain excellent rapport with all customers, co-workers, sales representatives and others as appropriate....

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Field Service Technician

  • Diebold Corp
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 19 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 19 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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Wind Technician

  • Invenergy
  • Watertown, SD
  • 25 days ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 25 days ago

Position Overview As a Wind Technician you will be responsible for operating and maintaining the Deuel County Energy Center....

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Wind Technician

  • Invenergyllc
  • Gary, SD
  • 26 days ago
  • Gary, SD
  • 26 days ago

Position Overview As a Wind Technician you will be responsible for operating and maintaining the Deuel County Energy Center....

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Sanitation Technician - Weekends 3rd Shift

  • Hearthside Food Solutions LLC
  • North Sioux City, SD
  • 27 days ago
  • North Sioux City, SD
  • 27 days ago

Sanitation Technician - Weekends 3rd Shift Req #8980 North Sioux City, 1 Devils Food Drive, North Sioux City, South Dakota, United States of America Apply Share Job Description Posted Tuesday, May 5...

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Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician

  • Jack Link's Protein Snacks
  • Alpena, SD
  • 28 days ago
  • Alpena, SD
  • 28 days ago

THAT is Link Snacks.Job DescriptionJob Summary: The Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) Tech. is responsible for performing the work activities necessary to maintain facility operation and compliance...

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Field Service Technician - Road Building and Minerals

  • RDO Equipment
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 29 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 29 days ago

Join the RDO Equipment Co. team as a Field Service Technician for Road Building and Minerals, and take control of your professional journey....

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Field Service Technician (Training Provided)

  • Splash City
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Description Job Title Field Service Technician (Training Provided)- Location Sioux Falls, SD (Primary Service Area) - Overview Splash City is hiring a Field Service Technician to perform hands-on mechanical...

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Demographic Data for South Dakota

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Salary for Technician Jobs in South Dakota

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


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