Field Technician

A Field Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing equipment and systems at client or field locations. This role often involves working with telecommunications systems, electrical infrastructure, computer networks, or mechanical devices, depending on the industry.

Field Technicians perform diagnostics, replace faulty components, and ensure systems are functioning properly. They frequently interact with customers, requiring good communication skills and the ability to work independently. The job typically includes travel to various sites, adherence to safety protocols, and documentation of service activities.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $85,904
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a field technician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
UEE32120

Certificate III in Appliance Service
Blended, Traineeship
36 - 48 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Service Technician Field Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Service Technician Field Technician
CPP30221

Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services
On Campus, Traineeship
4 - 6 months
$0 - $395
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Surveyor Assistant Field Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Surveyor Assistant Field Technician
RII30520

Certificate III in Mining Exploration
On Campus
6 months
$1,625
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Geological Technician Shotfirer Field Assistant
Driller Offsider Field Technician
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Geological Technician Shotfirer Field Assistant Driller Offsider Field Technician + 2 more
MSMWHS216

Operate Breathing Apparatus
On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
$0 - $395
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Field Technician Construction Worker Maintenance Technician
Firefighter Wastewater Plant Operator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Field Technician Construction Worker Maintenance Technician Firefighter Wastewater Plant Operator + 2 more
PMASUP236

Operate Vehicles in the Field
On Campus
1 - 2 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Driller Offsider Field Technician Wastewater Plant Operator
Surveyor Assistant Technical Officer Land Management Officer Maintenance Technician Field Assistant
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Driller Offsider Field Technician Wastewater Plant Operator Surveyor Assistant Technical Officer Land Management Officer Maintenance Technician Field Assistant + 5 more
UETDRMP003

Perform Cable Pit/Trench/Excavation Rescue
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician Civil Construction Worker Electrical Technician
Rail Infrastructure Worker Cable Jointer Work Health and Safety Officer Field Technician
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician Civil Construction Worker Electrical Technician Rail Infrastructure Worker Cable Jointer Work Health and Safety Officer Field Technician + 4 more
NWPNET037

Inspect Sewer or Stormwater Assets
On Campus
3 days
$1,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Construction Worker Maintenance Technician Asset Inspector
Field Technician Drainage Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Construction Worker Maintenance Technician Asset Inspector Field Technician Drainage Worker + 2 more
FWPCOT3325

Operate Four Wheel Drive Vehicle on Unsealed Roads
On Campus
1 - 3 days
$0 - $900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Machine Operator Farmhand Forestry Worker
Construction Worker Conservation Officer Forestry Field Officer Field Technician Bushfire Fighter Tour Guide Tourism Operator
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Machine Operator Farmhand Forestry Worker Construction Worker Conservation Officer Forestry Field Officer Field Technician Bushfire Fighter Tour Guide Tourism Operator + 7 more
UETDRTO012

Maintain Energised Transmission Lines Using Live Work Stick Techniques
Blended
3 weeks
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lineworker Asset Inspector Construction Supervisor
Field Technician Technical Officer Compliance Coordinator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lineworker Asset Inspector Construction Supervisor Field Technician Technical Officer Compliance Coordinator + 3 more
UETDRVC003

Control Vegetation for Powerline Work
On Campus
1 day
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Environmental Technician Environmental Compliance Officer
Field Technician Lineworker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Environmental Technician Environmental Compliance Officer Field Technician Lineworker + 2 more
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