Utility Pole Inspector

Maverick Construction Corp•Portland, ME

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Maverick is seeking a Utility Pole Inspector to support our growing field engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in field survey and data collection, particularly in the art and science of wood pole inspection and treatment. The role will comprise of daily interactions with the engineering staff in matters relating to design engineering, field engineering, and permitting; it shall require the ability to operate in fast-paced environment to collect required data as well as process/relay the information gathered. The role will provide heavy exposure and on-the-job training in the latest survey methodologies for telecommunications and electrical engineering.

Requirements

1-3 years of field survey experience.
Strong technical skills in MS Office.
Carry equipment (e.g., hand tools, tarps) and supplies (e.g., paper, preservatives, coatings) to structure being serviced.
Must be able to travel on a rotation schedule, up to three weeks at a time.
Able to work in different weather conditions such as rain, heat, and cold.
Able to lift and pull up to 40lbs.
Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol and background check.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Engineering, GIS or other related field a plus.
Previous experience working with and handling wood fumigants is preferred.
Prior training in wood pole inspection.
OSHA 10 and CPR certification a plus.

Responsibilities

Utilize hand tools to excavate and backfill ground material around structure.
Assist Foreman with maintaining an adequate inventory of equipment and supplies, and maintaining vehicles and work areas in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
Data collection utilizing resistographs, tablets, and/or other field devices.
Walking pole lines to capture pole data and information on remaining pole strength.
Apply preservative and/or coating to ground line area of structure.
Operate in a safe and efficient manner, utilizing all required safety equipment (e.g., hard hat, safety vest, work boots) and following established safe work practices and procedures.
Update & maintain data collection utilizing IKEs, GPS units, and tablets within a GIS platform.
Coordinate with management, engineering, and other team members to ensure all data collected is accurate and complies with client standards.
Other duties as assigned by management.