Electric Utility - Field Technician

TechServ Engineering & Consulting•Birmingham, AL

9h•Onsite

About The Position

TechServ is looking for an enthusiastic Field Technician to join our team of professionals. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions. This position requires stamina and the ability to work with a partner. If you are interested in a challenging and rewarding role in the electrical industry, this is the job for you! TechServ has been providing the highest quality consulting and engineering services to the electric utility industry since 1992. We are a rapidly growing, progressive company dedicated to hiring and developing a highly skilled, diverse, engaged workforce to meet and exceed the client's needs. The Field Technician works in a variety of work environments to examine utility poles, troubleshoot issues, and provide accurate reports back to the company. This role is crucial in supporting the infrastructure of utility services such as electricity and telecommunications. Field Technicians are responsible for performing a range of tasks to ensure the reliability and safety of utility pole networks.

Requirements

A positive, helpful attitude
Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, multitasking ability, and strong analytical and problem solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
Willing to work extended hours, including weekends, and travel 100% of the time
Ability to perform physical labor in various weather conditions for extended periods
Must currently be eligible to work in the United States of America
High School diploma or GED
Above all, a tenacious work ethic is a necessity
Ability to pass a drug test, background check, and Motor Vehicle Record check

Nice To Haves

Strong photography skills for field documentation
Experience using compasses, range finders, and geographic data recording tools
First Aid, AED, CPR Certification
OSHA 10/30 Certification
Defensive Driving Training

Responsibilities

Identify and correctly record all different attachments (utility and telecom) on electric distribution poles
Record span lengths and angle bearings between two structures
Identify National Electric Safety Code (NESC) violations
Identify appropriate electric conductor sizes
Identify all appropriate equipment and attaching hardware on distribution poles
Utilize an insulated, telescoping, fiberglass measuring stick to record the attachment height of any hardware/conductors installed on electric poles. (Contact to energized components will be made using the insulated stick)
Read and interpret maps and construction prints to ensure accuracy, and identify discrepancies between the field construction and the design specs
Upload pictures to the designated spaces for the design team in the office
Ensure work is completed efficiently and to design specifications
Follow safety protocols and procedures at all times
Navigate independently to new locations provided by the design team
Work independently or with a partner in the field and maintain streamlined communication with the field coordinators and with the office through detailed notes on the maps.
Ability to work independently in various weather conditions and field environments.
Perform other duties as assigned