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Job Title: Field Technician
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Job Description
I’m working with a utility infrastructure company on a Field Technician role supporting electric distribution projects out of 📍Ashland, VA. You’d be collecting field data pole info, GPS locations, photos, measurements that feeds directly into engineering and design work for real utility projects.
What’s in it:
- Company vehicle gas card provided
- Entry point into utility power/infrastructure with growth path into design, engineering, or project coordination
- Stable, long-term utility-focused work
- Site visits capped at 2 hours from Richmond, VA — no long-haul travel
What they need:
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record
- Comfortable working outdoors in all conditions, daily field travel
- Proficiency with Word/Excel/Outlook
- 1-2 years electric distribution experience preferred (not required)
This is a Permanent position based out of Emporia, VA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $60000.00/yr.
Health & Wellness Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Short-term disability Long-term disability Basic life insurance AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) insurance Supplemental life insurance options Retirement & Financial Benefits 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), allowing employees to purchase MasTec stock at a discount Professional Development On-the-job training Technical and safety training programs Leadership development opportunities MasTec Academy of Construction (for certain business units) LIFT leadership development program for high-potential employees Additional Employee Perks: Employee discount programs Hotel discounts Rental car discounts Gym and wellness discounts Technology discounts Scholarship opportunities for employees and their children through Scholarship America programs (available in certain divisions)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Emporia,VA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.
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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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Salary : $50,000 - $60,000