Utilities Technician Jobs

Utilities Technician jobs are open across electric, gas, water, and wastewater utilities, municipal governments, and energy companies, with specializations in electrical systems, pipeline maintenance, and metering, at every level from entry-level helper to senior technician and lead. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles92
Top stateTexas
Top employerNiagara Bottling
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type94% On-site
Top industryFood

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Maintenance Technician – Utilities – Day Shift
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Maintenance Technician – Utilities – Day Shift
Amgen
Holly Springs, North Carolina
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$71k.9 - $97k.1/yr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Utilities Technician
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Utilities Technician
Samsung Biologics
Rockville, Maryland
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Technical Program Management
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Industrial Utilities Operations Technician — Mining Facility
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Industrial Utilities Operations Technician — Mining Facility
United States Steel
Mountain Iron, Minnesota
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Mechanical Engineering
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Electric Technician / Public Utilities
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Electric Technician / Public Utilities
Athens Clarke County
Athens, Georgia
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
11-50

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Underground Utilities Wastewater Technician I-2
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Underground Utilities Wastewater Technician I-2
Bay County, FL
Panama City, Florida
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$19.6 - $34.3/hr
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Utilities Technician Job Market

Who's Hiring

Niagara Bottling7 open roles
Perdue6 open roles
Ring Power Corporation4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage
  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in utilities technician jobs.

  • High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training in a related field
  • Valid driver's license, often commercial (CDL-A or CDL-B), for field service roles
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification for safety compliance on utility worksites
  • Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, or utility maps
  • Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and field diagnostic equipment
  • Ability to pass a background check, drug screening, and physical fitness evaluation

Tips for Your Utilities Technician Job Search

List your certifications by issuing body

Utilities employers scan for specific credentials like OSHA 10, OSHA 30, CDL-A, or NIMS qualifications. Write out the full credential name and the issuing organization on your resume so automated screening catches every match.

Highlight hands-on equipment experience clearly

Generic phrases like 'maintained equipment' get skipped. Name the specific tools and systems you've worked on, whether that's hydraulic locators, SCADA terminals, distribution switchgear, or vacuum excavators, so hiring managers can match you to the opening instantly.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists utilities 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 licensing tier

Many utilities roles are gated by state-issued licenses such as a Class B water operator certificate or a journeyman electrician license. Filter openings by your current license class to avoid wasting time on roles you can't legally fill yet.

Prepare for a skills demonstration or field assessment

Utilities interviews often include a practical component, like identifying a wiring fault, reading a pressure gauge, or describing an isolation procedure. Review your most recent hands-on tasks before the interview so your answers are grounded in real recent work.

Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay

Utilities roles frequently involve rotating shifts, on-call rotations, or weekend coverage. When evaluating an offer, ask specifically about differential rates for nights, weekends, and emergency callouts, since those additions can change the value of two otherwise similar offers significantly.

Utilities Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most utilities technicians?

The companies hiring the most utilities technicians right now include Niagara Bottling, Perdue, and Ring Power Corporation, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Infrastructure investment and aging grid upgrades are driving steady demand across both investor-owned utilities and municipal systems.

How many utilities technician jobs are remote?

About 6% of utilities technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of this work requires physical presence at substations, pipelines, or treatment facilities. The sub-specializations most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are SCADA monitoring, GIS mapping, and utility billing support roles.

How do you become a utilities technician?

Start by completing a high school diploma or GED, then enroll in a vocational or community college program in electrical technology, water systems, or industrial maintenance. Earn entry-level safety credentials like OSHA 10 early, since many employers require them before you set foot on a worksite. Apply for apprentice or helper roles to build hands-on experience, then pursue state-specific operator licenses as your skills develop.

Can you get hired as a utilities technician with little experience?

Yes, many utilities companies hire entry-level helpers and apprentice technicians specifically to train them on the job. Your best path in is completing a relevant vocational program, holding a valid driver's license, and earning a basic safety certification like OSHA 10 before applying. Emphasize any mechanical aptitude, construction labor, or infrastructure maintenance work you've done, even informally, since utilities supervisors prioritize physical reliability and safety awareness over formal credentials at the entry level.

What does the utilities technician interview process look like?

Most utilities technician interviews involve a phone screen with HR, followed by an in-person interview with a field supervisor or operations manager. Expect situational and behavioral questions about how you've handled equipment failures, safety incidents, or tight deadlines. Many employers also include a practical skills component, asking you to identify a fault on a diagram or walk through a lockout-tagout procedure, so review your core safety protocols before you go in.

Where can I find and apply to utilities technician jobs?

You can find and apply to utilities technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your certifications, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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