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Distribution Field Technician Job Description This role involves preparing field notes, drawings, specifications, and design estimates. The position requires strong analytical skills to effectively interact with various individuals, including engineers. You will acquire a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), national engineering standards, utility construction standards, and industry best practices.
Responsibilities Maintain production and quality of projects, including field data, photographs, engineering analysis, reports, and various departmental reports and databases. Prepare and modify electrical and roadway drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, graphs, and construction drawing packages. Perform various field technical services for the operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems.
Conduct system inventories and audits, joint use management, permitting, pad-mount inspections, ground-line pole inspections, metering and apparatus services, and lighting audits. Collect field data using laptop computers, tablet devices, GPS, and other electronic devices for input into database software. Develop a working knowledge of telephone, cable, and other communication facilities. Operate necessary equipment to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities, perform pole inspections, and maintain pad-mount equipment.
Present ideas effectively in both formal and informal situations. Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing with all levels in the organization and with outside clients and agencies. Essential Skills Entry-level position requiring an Associate's degree or high school diploma. 1+ years of experience in Electric Utility or telecommunications field preferred. Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) preferred.
Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications. Proficient use of engineering software, including AutoCAD or similar programs. Additional Skills & Qualifications Must have a high school diploma; an Associate's Degree is preferred. Proficient in technical aptitude and the use of test equipment. Clear and valid driver's license required as travel to surrounding utility territories is expected.
Comfortable working outdoors. Work Environment The work environment primarily involves outdoor fieldwork. The position requires working with various technologies and equipment, including laptops, tablets, GPS devices, and engineering software. The role necessitates travel to surrounding utility territories. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Raleigh, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Raleigh,NC.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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 exper