Distribution Field Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Distribution Field Technician

Job Description

This role involves the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and design estimates. It requires analytical competence to interact with a variety of individuals, including engineers, and to effectively carry out field technical services for electrical distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and modify electrical and roadway drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, graphs, and construction drawing packages.
• Maintain production and quality of projects, including field data, photographs, engineering analysis, reports, and departmental databases.
• Perform field technical services for the operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems, including system inventories, audits, and inspections.
• Collect field data using electronic devices such as laptops, tablets, and GPS for input into database software.
• Develop a working knowledge of telephone, cable, and other communication facilities.
• Operate equipment to measure utility poles and mid-span facilities, and perform inspections and maintenance on pad-mount equipment.
• Communicate effectively in both formal and informal settings, ensuring clear and accurate information sharing with all levels of the organization and with external clients and agencies.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of experience in the electric utility or telecommunications field is preferred.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) is preferred.
• Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar programs is preferred.
• Proficient use of engineering software is preferred.
• Clear and valid driver's license required for travel to surrounding utility territories.

Work Environment

This position primarily involves working outdoors in various field settings. The use of technical equipment for data collection and inspections is required. The role demands adaptability to different weather conditions and terrains.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Asheville, NC.

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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Asheville, NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Asheville,NC.

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 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.

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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 applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.