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This is a remote position but must live in or near the Hagerstown, MD region.
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as we do not offer sponsorship.
Currently seeking a Field Technician within our Utility Services team. This is a Remote position but must live in or near Columbus, OH region.
This position will directly support projects within the department’s pole attachment application process and power delivery improvement process. The Utility Services team is also responsible for analyzing requests for attachment to the client's poles and network reliability improvements on the client’s electric distribution systems. Our staff supports GIS data analytics, creation of notifications, work orders, invoicing, and financial reports utilizing enterprise resource planning software.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and different construction situations in the field, including rights-of-way.
- Apply National Electric Safety Code (NESC) Standards, Client Standards, Federal, State, or Local Municipal Guidelines, and/or other applicable guidelines throughout daily data collection workflow.
- Utilize technology tools for data collection efforts as well as a telescopic fiberglass measurement stick to accurately measure clearances on utility poles.
- Communicate with others, including co-workers and clients, to agree on the best solution for engineering design.
- Coordinates or supports flagging efforts for field data collection, as required.
- Can transcribe notes, and use measuring devices to identify, inspect, and record the data which is found in an organized manner.
- Can endure frequent driving, standing, walking (numerous miles a day), navigating (on foot or in a vehicle), and balancing objects that may weigh up to 20 pounds in congested and/or complex terrain.
- Must be able to work in all outdoor weather conditions and in residential, commercial, and industrial areas.
- Work is primarily in the field with minimum time in an office environment.
- Ability to work from home and in an office setting, as required.
- A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.
Skills/Experience:
This is a remote position but must live in or near the Hagerstown, MD region.
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required with 3+ years of experience in fieldwork or a construction environment, drafting, utility experience, or technical design.
- Associate degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline with 0-2 years of experience, with interest in fieldwork, or surveying.
- Must be an organized person who can keep data organized from start to finish on a project.
- Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and effectively communicate project statuses.
- Computer proficiency including general Microsoft Office products, design, and business enterprise software.
- Effective written and oral communication
- Reasoning skills and ability to solve practical problems.
- Must have dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license with insurance.
- Must be able to pass a fit-for-duty test.
Desired Skills:
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction
- Prior experience in a field-based data collection role
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics.
- Familiar with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications
Degree Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED required with 3+ years of experience in fieldwork or a construction environment, drafting, utility experience, or technical design.
- Associate degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline with 0-2 years of experience, with interest in fieldwork, or surveying.
