What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Decommission Technician - Southeast position at Sunbelt Solomon?
Join a team committed to powering progress-responsibly.
Sunbelt Solomon is a nationally recognized leader in transformer and power distribution solutions, serving utilities, industrial operations, and commercial customers across North America. In addition to manufacturing, repairing, and recycling transformers, we support customers with environmentally responsible field services that ensure safe, compliant handling of electrical infrastructure. Our work helps extend equipment life cycles, reduce environmental impact, and maintain the reliability of the nation's power grid.
As a Field Decommission Technician, you'll be on the front lines of safely dismantling, removing, and processing electrical equipment at customer sites across the country. This hands-on role is ideal for mechanically skilled professionals who thrive in the field, value safety, and take pride in performing essential work that supports regulatory compliance and environmental stewardship.
What You'll Do
- Dismantle and remove equipment, materials, and infrastructure from operational sites using hand tools, pneumatic tools, plasma cutters, and AO equipment.
- Operate heavy machinery-including excavators and telehandlers-safely and efficiently.
- Work in demanding environments and extended shifts while maintaining professionalism and productivity.
- Follow all safety and environmental procedures, including spill-containment protocols and incident reporting.
- Complete assigned work orders and documentation accurately and on time.
- Travel up to 80% of the time, including frequent overnights.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid driver's license (CDL preferred).
- Strong mechanical background with experience working under deadlines.
- Ability to operate or learn excavators, telehandlers, and similar equipment.
- Proficiency with hand, electric, and pneumatic tools; torch/rigging experience helpful.
- Physical ability to perform strenuous labor and work in varied environmental conditions.
- Commitment to strict safety and environmental compliance.
Preferred Attributes
- Self-motivated problem-solver with strong attention to detail.
- Reliable team player who can also work independently in fast-paced conditions.
- Comfortable with extensive travel and adapting to changing job site conditions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.