• Power Distribution Field Technician

    Insight Global (Richmond, VA)


    Job Description

    The Power Distribution Field Technician would perform field review of poles and other electric facilities, including a review of the jobs with the design team. Interaction with property owners may be necessary to explain project intentions.

     

    • Equipment to be used:

     

    o Digital Camera

     

    o Measuring wheel and/or laser range finder, IKE GPS units,

     

    o Smart device, laptop, or mobile phone

    o Angle finder

    • Perform field review of electric facilities capturing the required information

     

    o Pole Identification Markings (height / class, birthmark)

     

    o Centerline measurements, offsets, Mile Markers (for future permitting use)

     

    o Attachment heights of power equipment, conductors,

     

    o Sketch of site with measurements to nearby obstructions

     

    o Notation of existing equipment

     

    o Obtain GPS location

    o Photographs

    • Properly file data in the system and provide daily status reports.

     

    o Create folders and download photos

    o Scan notes and measurements, then save into folders

    • Conduct safety briefing discussions identifying critical work steps, the potential hazards related to those work steps, and possible control barriers.

     

    We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

    Skills and Requirements

    • High school Diploma or GED

    • Preferred but not required 1- 2 years’ experience with power distribution systems and/or telecommunications.

    • Valid driver’s license required with a clean driving record for the past 5 years. • High-level understanding of utility, telecommunications, and/or power design engineering preferred.

    • Familiarity with electrical standards including National Electric Code (NEC) and National Electric Safety Code (NESC) preferred.

    • Knowledge of distribution equipment and hardware in order to identify components from visual inspections and properly document preferred.