Utility Pole Inspector Trainee - Sandusky, MI

Utility Pole Inspector Trainee

Alamon, Inc., a Montana-based employee-owned company since 1975, provides installation services to the utilities, energy, and communications industries nationwide. There is no ceiling when it comes to your professional growth at Alamon, an employee owned company. Alamon, Inc. seeks a Utility Pole Inspector Trainee for its Utility East department. This position entails ensuring the safety, reliability, and functionality of wooden utility poles. This role involves learning and applying inspection procedures, safety protocols, and industry standards to assess the condition of utility poles and related equipment. This position requires working with Utility Pole Inspectors to develop all necessary skills and knowledge required for this role. The position will require extensive travel.

Job Description

• Undergo training to understand the basics of utility pole inspections, utility pole components, maintenance techniques, and safety protocols.
• Learn and follow inspection procedures to evaluate the condition of utility poles including checking for structural integrity, signs of deterioration, pest infestation, and damage caused by weather or external factors.
• Assist in identifying potential issues with utility poles and contribute to developing a maintenance plan.
• Complete inspection records, and report and follow appropriate codes and regulations.
• Collect field data and perform daily and weekly reporting activities.
• Maintain and keep records up to date on all tools, electronics, vehicles, and equipment.
• Adhere to company and governmental safety regulations.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Qualifications

• Possess a current/valid driver's license and a clean driving record with no DUI/DWIs within the past 5 years.
• Must pass a criminal background check and a drug test.
• Willing to travel locally, statewide, or regionally as required.
• Have the ability and mentality to work outdoors, in a physically demanding work environment and all-weather conditions, lifting or moving up to 40lbs., and hiking over various terrain.
• Demonstrate leadership abilities to successfully complete job tasks while accepting full responsibility for the safe operations and maintenance of the vehicle, equipment, and tools.
• Possess a professional attitude that will positively represent the Alamon organization to clients and the communities in which they work.

Work Environment

• This position will work outdoors, year-round, in all weather conditions, and on varying terrain. May work for long periods in hot, cold, wet, windy, or icy conditions.
• Exposure to dust, odors, gases, vapors, wet or slick surfaces, and loud noises is possible.
• Must always wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with Company standards and governmental regulations.

Physical Demands

• This is a physically arduous position that requires working outside in a variety of weather types and exposure to the elements.
• This position requires hiking and standing for long periods of time.
• Must be able to perform physical labor including but not limited to digging, hiking, climbing, working with shovels, tamping bars, etc.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40lbs.

Travel Requirements

• This is a full-time traveling position that requires extensive travel where you will be on the road for upwards of 5 weeks at a time, if not longer.
• Transportation and lodging are provided while traveling and working for the company.

Education and Experience

• Highschool Diploma or GED Preferred

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance policy
• Pharmacy Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation time
• Expanded wellness and virtual care services
• ESOP company= Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Lodging and transportation are provided while traveling

Work Authorization

Alamon does not currently support the H1B VISA for this position. EOE: Alamon Inc is an equal opportunity employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Alamon Inc does not discriminate in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable state and local laws.