Distribution Field Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Distribution Field TechnicianDayton, OH | 4-Day Work Week | Paid Training | Outdoor Field WorkTrade Your Backbreaking Labor for a Career in Utility Infrastructure

Are you tired of the wear and tear that comes with construction, landscaping, warehouse work, utility locating, manufacturing, or other physically demanding jobs?

Do you enjoy being outdoors, staying active, and working with technology, but want more predictable hours, less heavy lifting, and real career growth opportunities?

We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team as Distribution Field Technicians supporting the electrical utility industry throughout the Dayton region. No engineering degree required. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn, we'll provide the training and support you need to build a successful career in utility infrastructure.

• 4-Day Work Week (Four 10-hour shifts)
• Outdoor Work Without the Heavy Manual Labor
• Paid Training & Career Development
• Work With Modern Technology and GPS Mapping Tools
• Build a Long-Term Career in the Utility Industry
• Team-Oriented Culture with Strong Safety Focus
• Opportunities for Certifications and Advancement

In this role, you'll spend your days in the field inspecting electrical distribution systems, documenting utility assets, collecting data, and supporting projects that help keep communities powered safely and reliably.

As a Distribution Field Technician, you'll travel throughout the Dayton area with a teammate to perform field inspections and collect critical information about electrical infrastructure.

Your day may include:

• Inspecting utility poles, overhead power lines, underground facilities, and electrical equipment
• Measuring and mapping electrical distribution systems
• Documenting utility assets using tablets, GPS units, and electronic field tools
• Conducting pole inspections and equipment audits
• Supporting permitting, inventory, and asset management projects
• Preparing field reports and minor work orders
• Recording measurements using height sticks and range finders
• Assisting with distribution design and infrastructure improvement projects
• Working closely with teammates to safely complete daily assignments

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being active outdoors, solving problems, and working independently while still being part of a supportive team.

You do not need prior utility experience to be successful.

We strongly encourage applicants from backgrounds such as:

• Construction
• Utility locating
• Landscaping
• Surveying
• Manufacturing
• Warehousing
• Telecommunications
• Field service work
• General labor
• Military service
• Transportation and logistics

• Strong attention to detail
• Basic computer skills, including Excel and data entry
• Ability to use tablets, laptops, and GPS devices
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Dependable work ethic and commitment to safety
• Willingness to learn utility and electrical industry standards
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet vehicle requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

You'll start each day at our Dayton-area office before heading into the field with your team. Most project locations are within approximately one hour of the office.

This is a field-focused position where you'll spend the majority of your day outdoors conducting inspections and collecting data while contributing to projects that improve and maintain critical electrical infrastructure.

The schedule typically consists of four 10-hour days , giving you an extra day off each week while maintaining full-time hours.

We believe in investing in our people.

Our team members receive:

• On-the-job training
• Industry knowledge development
• Exposure to utility engineering and distribution systems
• Certification opportunities
• Career advancement pathways within utility infrastructure and field operations

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dayton, OH.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Dayton,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.