• Field Technician

    Actalent (Richmond, VA)


    Job Title: Field Technician

    Job Description

    We are urgently hiring two Survey Crew Members for our Richmond Office to support our clients program. This long-term initiative, launched in 2014, aims to enhance the electric Grid Reliability by relocating the most outage-prone overhead distribution lines underground, primarily in Virginia. Candidates will be part of a significant project in Virginia, assisting in transitioning distribution power lines from overhead to underground throughout the state. This role focuses mainly on the Richmond market.

    Responsibilities

    + Work as a Survey Assistant in a two-person crew.

    + Travel to various sites daily to support the project.

    + Utilize Trimble equipment and DTS5 Data collecting equipment.

    + Assist in relocating distribution lines to improve grid reliability.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in labor and utility work.

    + Knowledge of land surveying and construction.

    + Proficiency with Total Station, GPS, and AutoCAD.

    + Ability to perform general labor and right-of-way tasks.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience in survey and mapping.

    + Background in GIS.

    + Comfortable working outdoors and in varying weather conditions.

    Work Environment

    The role involves working throughout the Richmond, VA service territory. Candidates will join a two-person crew, traveling directly to job sites without the need to report to the office first. The work typically begins at 7 AM, and the tasks are carried out in a dynamic outdoor environment. Training will be provided, and reliable candidates with a strong work ethic are encouraged to apply, as this position offers significant growth opportunities in the company and industry.

     

    *Weekly pay, PTO & paid holidays, full benefits package offered, etc.*

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Richmond, VA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Richmond,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 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.