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Another term for service technician is field technician, which can again apply to many different types of work. Your local power or cable company employs field technicians who are skilled in repairing or servicing equipment needed to provide you with power or cable. These workers are “in the field” since most of their job requires them to travel to different locations, like residences or specific neighborhoods in order to conduct tests, repairs or maintenance. For instance if your power company offers a free pilot lighting service each winter, a field technician from the power company comes to your home to perform this work. When the power goes out, field or service technicians work to identify the problem and fix the problem on location.

Not all service technician workers are field technicians. Some work out of shops, as is the case with automotive technicians. When you have a problem with your car, few mechanics or automotive technicians come to your home. Instead you bring the car to them, where they have access to tools, testing equipment, and often a supply of parts to help repair or maintain your vehicle.

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