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Important Application Submission Information
In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Thursday, November 19, 2026More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.
Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.
NOTES:
Selected candidate must reside within 30 minutes from the town of New Bern.
Depending upon the qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a level I, II, or III
This position is responsible for performing all duties associated with and related to the safe, efficient and cost-effective maintenance of natural gas facilities and appurtenances as they relate to natural gas systems per 49CFR Part 192 and Piedmont Natural Gas policies and procedures. This position performs a variety of activities associated with service installation and maintenance and unregulated activities. Specific duties include but not limited to utilization of computers and computer order / record keeping systems, working service orders associated with current required operator qualifications.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Perform meter turn-ons and turn-offs
- Delivers disconnect notifications to customers
- Read customer meters
- Install meters and meter sets, may include industrial meters
- Light pilots, test and inspect appliances and gas equipment to ensure proper operation
- Perform farm tap maintenance
- Remove meters
- Respond to high bill requests by performing dial tests, appliance and filter checks
- Meet with customers regarding line relocates
- Change out meters related to the sample testing program
- Repair water heaters, appliances, etc. (Install if licensed)
- Monitor for meter tampering; ensure meters are securely installed
- Monitor atmospheric corrosion and paint as needed
- Locate gas lines
- Inspect/maintain farm tap stations
- First Responder to emergency/leak calls; evaluate and grade leaks
- Assist in training service apprentices
- Assist O&M group with line repairs
- May performs leak surveys
- Assist other departments as needed
- Clear pipelines
- Repair/install temporary clamps on steel risers
- Repair damaged ½” and ¾” plastic services
- Bar test to evaluate and grade underground gas leaks
- Prepare unregulated estimates and maintain computer record keeping
- Perform other duties as assigned
Basic/Required Qualifications for Tech I & Tech II
- High school diploma or GED.
Basic/Required Qualifications for Tech III
- High school diploma or GED.
- 3 years related work experience
Desired Qualifications:
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
- Basic computer knowledge working in a Windows environment
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
- Two-year degree and or Technical Certifications
- Possess a minimum of one: Plumbing License (P1 or P2), Fuel Piping License/Journeyman, HVAC License, Electrical License (Limited or Full). Must be willing to use license(s) for Piedmont Natural Gas Business purposes
- Experience in Customer Service
- Demonstrated effective communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
- Safety awareness
Physical Requirements:
- Must work outdoors in adverse weather conditions; flexible work schedule; lifting up to 75 lbs.; frequent bending, stooping, standing, crawling, digging, climbing; works on uneven terrain, many times with heavy vegetation; manual dexterity (hand/eye coordination); keen eyesight; good hearing; good sense of smell; comes in frequent contact with insects and animals.
Specific Requirements:
- This position contains a weight restriction of 275 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight-rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading.
- Must successfully complete the Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
- Perform on call duty as scheduled/assigned
- Weekend and evening work as required and is subject to overtime and some rotating shifts. Must reside in Resource Center service area; some Resource Centers may require residing in certain counties within the Resource Centers.
Working Conditions:
- Field Mobility Classification - Work location is highly mobile, working at various facilities or field locations with occasional onsite meetings after the onboarding period. Employee must live within a reasonable commute to the posted reporting location, not greater than 50 miles one way
Travel Requirements
5-15%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
NoRepresented/Union Position
NoVisa Sponsored Position
No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.
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Important Application Submission Information
In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Thursday, November 19, 2026More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.
Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.
NOTES:
Selected candidate must reside within 30 minutes from the town of New Bern.
Depending upon the qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a level I, II, or III
This position is responsible for performing all duties associated with and related to the safe, efficient and cost-effective maintenance of natural gas facilities and appurtenances as they relate to natural gas systems per 49CFR Part 192 and Piedmont Natural Gas policies and procedures. This position performs a variety of activities associated with service installation and maintenance and unregulated activities. Specific duties include but not limited to utilization of computers and computer order / record keeping systems, working service orders associated with current required operator qualifications.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Perform meter turn-ons and turn-offs
- Delivers disconnect notifications to customers
- Read customer meters
- Install meters and meter sets, may include industrial meters
- Light pilots, test and inspect appliances and gas equipment to ensure proper operation
- Perform farm tap maintenance
- Remove meters
- Respond to high bill requests by performing dial tests, appliance and filter checks
- Meet with customers regarding line relocates
- Change out meters related to the sample testing program
- Repair water heaters, appliances, etc. (Install if licensed)
- Monitor for meter tampering; ensure meters are securely installed
- Monitor atmospheric corrosion and paint as needed
- Locate gas lines
- Inspect/maintain farm tap stations
- First Responder to emergency/leak calls; evaluate and grade leaks
- Assist in training service apprentices
- Assist O&M group with line repairs
- May performs leak surveys
- Assist other departments as needed
- Clear pipelines
- Repair/install temporary clamps on steel risers
- Repair damaged ½” and ¾” plastic services
- Bar test to evaluate and grade underground gas leaks
- Prepare unregulated estimates and maintain computer record keeping
- Perform other duties as assigned
Basic/Required Qualifications for Tech I & Tech II
- High school diploma or GED.
Basic/Required Qualifications for Tech III
- High school diploma or GED.
- 3 years related work experience
Desired Qualifications:
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
- Basic computer knowledge working in a Windows environment
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
- Two-year degree and or Technical Certifications
- Possess a minimum of one: Plumbing License (P1 or P2), Fuel Piping License/Journeyman, HVAC License, Electrical License (Limited or Full). Must be willing to use license(s) for Piedmont Natural Gas Business purposes
- Experience in Customer Service
- Demonstrated effective communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
- Safety awareness
Physical Requirements:
- Must work outdoors in adverse weather conditions; flexible work schedule; lifting up to 75 lbs.; frequent bending, stooping, standing, crawling, digging, climbing; works on uneven terrain, many times with heavy vegetation; manual dexterity (hand/eye coordination); keen eyesight; good hearing; good sense of smell; comes in frequent contact with insects and animals.
Specific Requirements:
- This position contains a weight restriction of 275 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight-rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading.
- Must successfully complete the Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
- Perform on call duty as scheduled/assigned
- Weekend and evening work as required and is subject to overtime and some rotating shifts. Must reside in Resource Center service area; some Resource Centers may require residing in certain counties within the Resource Centers.
Working Conditions:
- Field Mobility Classification - Work location is highly mobile, working at various facilities or field locations with occasional onsite meetings after the onboarding period. Employee must live within a reasonable commute to the posted reporting location, not greater than 50 miles one way
Travel Requirements
5-15%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
NoRepresented/Union Position
NoVisa Sponsored Position
No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.
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Who's Hiring
- JMC Enterprises28J
- Keystone Clearwater Solutions20
- Vozzcom12
- Ledcor11
- Ezee Fiber9
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Telecommunications
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in field operations technician jobs.
- High school diploma or equivalent with a technical vocational certification or associate degree preferred
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record for operating company vehicles
- Experience reading technical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
- Proficiency with handheld diagnostic tools, meters, and mobile field service software
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
- Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and lift equipment up to 50 pounds
Tips for Your Field Operations Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume for field certifications
Hiring managers for field operations roles scan for specific certifications like OSHA 10, CDL, or manufacturer-issued equipment credentials before reading your work history. List each certification with its issue date and status so nothing gets overlooked in an ATS screening.
Quantify your equipment and territory experience
Generic phrases like 'maintained equipment' get passed over. Replace them with the specific asset types you serviced, the geographic area you covered, and the volume of service calls or installations you completed in a typical week or month.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists field operations technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your dispatch model
Field operations roles vary sharply between reactive dispatch, scheduled preventive maintenance, and project-based installation crews. Reading postings for terms like 'on-call rotation,' 'planned outage work,' or 'new construction' helps you apply only to roles that match how you actually want to work.
Prepare a troubleshooting walkthrough for interviews
Interviewers for field roles almost always ask you to walk through how you diagnosed and resolved a specific equipment failure. Prepare two or three examples that show your diagnostic steps, the tools you used, and how you documented the fix for the next technician.
Negotiate your fleet and tool allowance separately
Field technician offers often separate base pay from vehicle allowances, fuel cards, and tool stipends. When evaluating an offer, ask for the full compensation breakdown so you can compare total value across roles rather than base figures alone.
Field Operations Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most field operations technicians?
The most active employers for field operations technicians right now are JMC Enterprises, Keystone Clearwater Solutions, and Vozzcom, and the most openings are in New York, Pennsylvania, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Utilities, telecom infrastructure firms, and energy services companies consistently make up the largest share of postings.
How many field operations technician jobs are remote?
About 9% of field operations technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in the field. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are technical support coordination, dispatch scheduling, and field data analysis positions that complement on-site crews.
How do you become a field operations technician?
Most field operations technicians start by completing a technical program at a community college or trade school in electrical technology, telecommunications, or a related discipline. From there, entry-level positions or apprenticeships provide hands-on equipment training. Earning certifications like OSHA safety credentials or manufacturer-specific equipment qualifications accelerates advancement into more specialized or senior field roles.
Can you get hired as a field operations technician with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire entry-level field operations technicians and provide on-the-job training, particularly in utilities and telecom. Candidates who stand out with limited experience typically hold a relevant technical certificate, have completed an internship or vocational program with hands-on equipment hours, and can demonstrate mechanical aptitude and safety awareness in the interview.
What does the field operations technician interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen focused on your technical background and availability for travel or on-call shifts. A hiring manager interview follows, usually including scenario-based questions about equipment troubleshooting and safety procedures. Some employers add a practical skills assessment or a ride-along with a senior technician before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to field operations technician jobs?
You can find and apply to field operations technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your skills, location preference, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the same place.
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