Utility Field Tech

Utility Field Tech

Job Description

As a Utility Field Technician, you will assist in the acquisition of field data and the gathering of information from field notes. You will follow the Code of Safe Practices as outlined in the company's safety policies and ensure effective communication with supervisors, coworkers, and external clients. This role involves preparing and submitting required reports and correspondence, and independently designing and preparing construction orders related to overhead and underground facilities associated with electric distribution systems, applying prescribed standards, guidelines, specifications, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the acquisition and analysis of field data.
• Gather information from field notes to support project requirements.
• Adhere to the company's Code of Safe Practices.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all organizational levels and external clients.
• Prepare and submit required reports and correspondence.
• Design and prepare construction orders for electric distribution systems.
• Apply industry standards in preparing layouts of overhead and/or underground electric distribution facilities.

Essential Skills

• Experience as a distribution technician or pole surveyor.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Proficiency in preparing technical reports and documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) or utility experience preferred.
• Knowledge of computers and software applications (MS Office products) preferred.
• Valid and clean driver's license required.
• Willingness to travel regionally and potentially for extended periods.

Work Environment

The position involves regional travel primarily during the business day to utility client territories, with the expectation of occasional overnight travel. Travel may extend to other territories for up to two weeks on-site if required. The role offers advancement potential and a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a 401k plan with a company match.

This is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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