Telecommunications Field Technician
About The Position
Timmons Group is seeking a Telecommunications Field Technician to join its Telecommunications & MRE group in Richmond, Virginia. The position works with electric and telecommunications companies to inspect assets and analyze infrastructure. The technician collects GPS positions, photographs, and attribute data for utility assets in the field; interprets map information to plan surveys; and manages files to protect data integrity and security. The work involves outdoor field assignments in challenging conditions, interacting with property owners, and collaborating with GIS Field Surveyors, Field Supervisors, Technical Analysts, and Project Managers. The technician is also responsible for meeting client quality standards, maintaining equipment and a company vehicle, and working efficiently with limited supervision. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, good communication skills, and the ability to carry equipment and work across varied terrain and weather conditions. Familiarity with data conversion using ArcGIS, AutoCAD, or MicroStation is described as ideal. The estimated hourly compensation range is $20.00–$25.00. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information and research, interpret, and summarize data.
- Ability to walk moderate distances carrying equipment.
- Ability to lift and carry 20 pounds across diverse terrain for long distances and in varied weather conditions.
- Highly motivated and self-starting, flexible, detail-oriented, comfortable interacting with employees and clients, and willing to work at a dynamic pace.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge and experience with data conversion using ArcGIS, AutoCAD, or MicroStation.
Responsibilities
- Collect GPS positions, photographs, and attribute data for electric and telecommunications utility assets in the field.
- Work outdoors independently in challenging conditions.
- Engage property owners and explain the data collection task and its purpose.
- Manage data files daily to ensure data integrity and security.
- Interpret map information to determine an efficient approach to surveying project areas.
- Meet or exceed client-established quality control standards.
- Care for equipment and perform basic troubleshooting.
- Work efficiently with limited supervision.
- Perform basic maintenance and care for the company vehicle.
- Work cooperatively with GIS Field Surveyors, Field Supervisors, and/or Project Managers to complete assigned work.
- Assist Technical Analysts and Project Managers in researching and recommending methods, equipment, or programs to improve task performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
