Field Technician Jobs in California

Field Technician jobs in California concentrate in utilities, telecommunications, medical equipment, and industrial automation, with demand at every level from entry-level install crews to senior diagnostic specialists. The largest hiring markets are Los Angeles, San Jose, and San Diego, where companies like Siemens, Kaiser Permanente, and AT&T maintain substantial California operations and ongoing field service needs. The most sought-after specialties right now are fiber optic installation, biomedical equipment maintenance, and HVAC controls. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles263+
Top employerFrontier
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring112
Work type86% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Remedi8 Holdings Corp
Field Service Technician ($24-$34/Hour + Full Benefits)
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Remedi8 Holdings Corp
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Field Service Technician ($24-$34/Hour + Full Benefits)
Remedi8 Holdings Corp
Riverside, California
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$24 - $34/hr
201-500

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Tech24
Field Service Technician
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Tech24
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Field Service Technician
Tech24
San Diego, California
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$30 - $40/hr
EPA Universal Certification
1,001-5,000

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Trane Technologies
HVAC Field Technician
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HVAC Field Technician
Trane Technologies
Rocklin, California
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
$30.92 - $47.85/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Maverick Tech
Field Service Calibration Technician
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Field Service Calibration Technician
Maverick Tech
Sacramento, California
Manufacturing Operations
Warehouse Operations
$18.27 - $31.74/hr

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Field Technician Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Riverside
11 jobs
Bakersfield
9 jobs
Fresno
7 jobs
Irvine
6 jobs
Anaheim
6 jobs

Field Technician Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Frontier
Frontier9 open roles
Rivian
Rivian5 open roles
JBT Marel
JBT Marel5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Medical Devices
  • Science & Research
  • Technology & Software
  • Electronics & Hardware

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in field technician jobs across California.

  • Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record required
  • Associate degree or vocational certificate in electronics, electrical technology, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience with diagnostic tools, multimeters, and field service software
  • Ability to read technical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals
  • CompTIA A+, BICSI Installer, or manufacturer-specific certification preferred by most employers
  • Physical ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in variable outdoor conditions

Field Technician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a field technician in California?

Most field technicians in California start with a vocational certificate or associate degree in electronics, electrical technology, or a related field from a California community college. From there, the path depends on specialty: HVAC technicians must hold a California contractor license from the Contractors State License Board, while telecommunications and biomedical techs typically pursue manufacturer or industry certifications. Employers across the state consistently prioritize hands-on apprenticeship experience or completion of a structured vocational program alongside any credential.

Which companies hire field technicians in California?

Companies currently hiring field technicians in California include Frontier, Rivian, and JBT Marel, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of large healthcare systems, utility providers, and technology infrastructure companies means field technician hiring here is more consistent and varied than in most other states.

Which California cities have the most field technician jobs?

Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Riverside have the most field technician openings in California. Los Angeles and San Diego drive volume through their large healthcare networks, utility corridors, and defense contractors, while San Jose sits at the center of Silicon Valley's dense concentration of technology infrastructure and medical device companies that rely heavily on field service operations.

Are there remote field technician jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Field technician work is primarily hands-on and site-dependent, so most roles require a physical presence. About 14% of field technician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to involve technical support, remote diagnostics, or dispatch coordination rather than direct equipment service.

How can I get hired as a field technician in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a vocational program at a California community college and applying directly for apprenticeship roles or entry-level field service assistant positions. Large California employers like Kaiser Permanente and regional utilities often run structured technician trainee programs for candidates without direct field experience. Adjacent roles such as warehouse technician, IT support specialist, or maintenance helper provide transferable skills that California hiring managers recognize. Earning a CompTIA A+ certification or a BICSI Installer credential before applying gives candidates a concrete edge.

Where can I find and apply to field technician jobs in California?

You can find and apply to field technician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to California employers. Find roles that match your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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