Field Technician Jobs in Louisiana

Field Technician jobs in Louisiana are in steady demand, driven by the state's dominant oil and gas industry, petrochemical corridor along the Mississippi River, and expanding utility and telecommunications infrastructure. New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lake Charles are the largest hiring metros, with major employers like Entergy, Chevron, and Shell maintaining long-term field operations across the state. The most sought-after specialties include instrumentation and controls, pipeline and refinery maintenance, and telecom and fiber network installation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles80
Top employerCummins
Top cityShreveport, LA
Cities hiring36
Work type55% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Field Technician
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New Orleans, Louisiana
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
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$22 - $24/hr
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Construction Materials Testing Field Technician (CMT)
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Construction Materials Testing Field Technician (CMT)
Thompson Holdings
Cameron, Louisiana
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Thompson Holdings
Shreveport, Louisiana
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Construction Materials Testing Field Technician (CMT)
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Thompson Holdings
Lafayette, Louisiana
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Construction Materials Testing Field Technician (CMT)
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Thompson Holdings
New Orleans, Louisiana
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Field Technician Jobs by City in Louisiana

Where Louisiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Shreveport
10 jobs
Baton Rouge
9 jobs
Lafayette
5 jobs
New Orleans
5 jobs
Kenner
4 jobs
Sulphur
4 jobs
Broussard
3 jobs
Morgan City
3 jobs
Lake Charles
3 jobs

Field Technician Job Market in Louisiana

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

Who's Hiring

Cummins
Cummins7 open roles
Thompson Holdings
Thompson Holdings7 open roles
Sunbelt Rentals
Sunbelt Rentals4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate

What Louisiana Employers Look For

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

  • Valid Louisiana low-voltage or electrical contractor license or equivalent industry certification
  • Hands-on experience with instrumentation, electrical systems, or mechanical equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to field sites across Louisiana
  • Familiarity with safety protocols including OSHA standards and site-specific PPE requirements
  • Experience using diagnostic tools, handheld devices, or SCADA systems in the field

Field Technician Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a field technician in Louisiana?

Most field technician roles in Louisiana require a combination of post-secondary technical training and a relevant credential. The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors oversees electrical and low-voltage work, and many employers expect at minimum a journeyman or specialty license for hands-on electrical or instrumentation roles. Programs at Sowela Technical Community College, Bossier Parish Community College, and Nunez Community College offer relevant certificates and associate degrees in industrial technology, electronics, and instrumentation that align directly with Louisiana employer expectations.

Which companies hire field technicians in Louisiana?

Companies currently hiring field technicians in Louisiana include Cummins, Thompson Holdings, and Sunbelt Rentals, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Louisiana's concentration of energy, petrochemical, and utility employers means field technician demand tends to remain consistent even during broader hiring slowdowns in other industries.

Which Louisiana cities have the most field technician jobs?

The Louisiana cities with the most field technician openings are Shreveport, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette. Baton Rouge and the River Parish corridor drive volume through petrochemical plant operations and utility infrastructure, while New Orleans generates consistent demand from telecommunications, building systems, and port-related industrial work, and Lake Charles reflects ongoing activity in LNG and refinery expansion projects.

Are there remote field technician jobs in Louisiana?

Yes, but they're rare. Field technician work is inherently hands-on and site-specific, so fully remote roles make up a small share of openings. About 45% of field technician openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to involve technical support, reporting, or coordination functions rather than direct equipment servicing.

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

The most realistic entry path is an apprenticeship or helper role with a Louisiana contractor or utility employer, where you work alongside licensed technicians before moving into independent field assignments. Entergy Louisiana and several industrial contractors along the petrochemical corridor run structured apprenticeship programs for candidates without prior experience. A certificate in electronics or industrial maintenance from a Louisiana technical college, or lateral experience from adjacent roles like warehouse technician, HVAC helper, or cable installer, significantly improves your chances of landing that first field role.

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

You can find and apply to field technician jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Louisiana openings across industries including energy, utilities, and telecommunications. Search the roles that match your credentials and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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