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Job Title: Field Technician

Job Description

This position involves the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and design estimates. The role requires analytical competence to interact with various individuals, including engineers. The technician will acquire a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), national engineering standards, utility construction standards, and best industry engineering practices. A broad understanding of engineering disciplines, including design, constructability, and the economics involved in construction methods and materials, is essential.

Responsibilities

+ Maintain production and quality of projects, including field data, photographs, engineering analysis, reports, and departmental databases.

+ Prepare and modify electrical and roadway drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, and construction drawing packages.

+ Perform field technical services for the operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems, including system inventories, audits, joint use management, permitting, pad-mount inspections, ground-line pole inspections, and lighting audits.

+ Collect field data using laptop computers, tablets, GPS, and other electronic devices for database input.

+ Develop a working knowledge of telephone, cable, and other communication facilities.

+ Operate necessary equipment to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities, perform pole inspections, and inspect and maintain pad-mount equipment.

+ Present ideas effectively in both formal and informal situations, maintaining clear communication through writing, email, and telephone.

+ Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing with all levels in the organization and with outside clients and agencies.

Essential Skills

+ Entry-level with an Associate's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering.

+ 1+ years of electric utility or telecommunications field experience preferred.

+ Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) preferred.

+ Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications desired.

+ Proficiency in using AutoCAD or similar programs is preferred.

+ Proficient use of engineering software is preferred.

+ Clear and valid driver's license required as travel to surrounding utility territories is expected.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Must have a high school diploma.

+ Associate's degree in Engineering or a similar discipline is preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment primarily involves outdoor fieldwork. The technician should be comfortable working in various outdoor conditions.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Asheville,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.