Field Technician – Utility Pole Inspections; Carlsbad, NM

CSTECH.Ai We are seeking dependable 1099 contract field technicians to support a utility pole inspection project in the Carlsbad, New Mexico area. This role focuses on collecting Katapult Pro–compliant field data to support downstream utility documentation and design.

• Contractors will work in teams of two (2)
• Field work consists of photo-based utility pole inspections
• Each pole requires 20–25 standardized photos
• All data will be uploaded daily for backend processing and design

• Capture complete, high-quality photographic documentation of utility poles and associated assets in accordance with defined capture standards
• Ensure required views are captured, including:
  • Full pole profile
  • Ground-to-top perspective
  • All attachments (communications, power, transformers, risers, anchors, etc.)
  • Pole tag and identification markers
  • Surrounding context and clearances
• Maintain proper photo sequencing, framing, and focus to ensure downstream usability for design and engineering
• Verify pole data completeness in the field before leaving each site
• Work collaboratively with your assigned partner to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and safety
• Follow all project-specific safety procedures and field protocols
• Upload completed pole captures at the end of each workday using established workflows

• Capture equipment will be provided
• Contractors who already own approved cameras will receive preference

• Paid per pole captured
• Rates vary based on experience, particularly in:
  • Utility design
  • Utility documentation

• Prior utility, telecom, or power infrastructure documentation experience
• DSLR camera familiarity
• Consistent image quality in outdoor conditions
• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured capture standards
• Ability to work effectively as part of a two-person field team

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Carlsbad, NM (local or able to work in the area)