Field Technician – Utilities & Cathodic Protection

Position Summary

The scope of work for the position is to guide and train crew members in job tasks as well as perform construction and/or survey related functions such as, but not limited to, the essential duties listed below.

• Use of hand and power tools to dig around existing utility structures to prevent damages
• Engages in general basic electrical work (low voltage, wiring and testing)
• Reading and following project documentation and instructions
• Operation of small construction equipment
• Use of voltage meters
• Pipeline/Utility structure locating
• Load and unload equipment and materials
• Excavation and potholing
• Under ground and above ground conduit work
• Installation of electrical panels
• Keep worksite clean and organized free from hazards
• Lifting and handling 50+ lbs. material bags
• Perform Cathodic Protection/Corrosion prevention tasks and services for gas, oil, and water pipelines and facilities, including power company facilities

• Work independently or with crews
• Maintain all industry required Operator Qualifications
• Driving company DOT vehicles
• Complete accurate Timesheets and Dailies and submit on time
• Additional duties may be assigned
• Perform other responsibilities as requested by leadership

• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities

• Education and Experience
  • 1 year or greater ACCI construction experience preferred
  • 2 years construction experience required
  • Strong desire to learn a new trade
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record per insurance requirements
  • Must pass pre-employment DOT drug screening and physical as well as being subject to random drug testing throughout employment
  • Must pass client required Operator’s Qualifications ("OQ")
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Obtain and pass OSHA 30 training required
  • Obtain and pass other safety training/certifications
  • Must have ability to work and communicate with all levels of employees and Clients
  • Ability to perform work unsupervised
  • Mechanical and Electrical aptitude preferred
  • Operating construction power tools and equipment experience preferred
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English to ensure safe and efficient operations
  • Responsible and self-motivated
  • Commitment to doing quality work while putting safety first
• Physical and Work Environment Demands
  • Frequent travel required (with overnight stay)
  • Frequent overtime required
  • Work outdoors in various climates including extreme weather conditions
  • Ability to work in prolonged and repeated: lifting up to 50 lbs. or more, overhead, standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching, feeling, crouching and crawling.
  • Ability to follow worksite safety instructions
  • Work is performed with a medium to high risk of potential industry hazards and heavy equipment
  • Driving a vehicle to and from work sites in all types of weather conditions and in heavy traffic and/or at night