Field Technician

Location: Saint Paul

Traveling Field Technician (OSP / Aerial GIS)
Build Your Career Outdoors - Travel, Learn, and Grow

Are you someone who enjoys working outside, traveling, and being part of large-scale infrastructure projects? We're looking for a Traveling Field Technician to support aerial (OSP) design projects for telecommunications and power networks.

In this role, you'll be out in the field collecting real-world data that directly supports how critical infrastructure is designed and built. You'll work alongside an experienced technician, gain hands-on training, and build a career path into senior field roles or office-based design positions.

What You'll Do

As a Field Technician, you'll play a key role in gathering essential data for aerial network design:

+ Survey and document utility poles, including location, height, and condition

+ Identify and record existing cables and equipment, including ownership and usage

+ Capture clear, accurate photos of infrastructure and surrounding environments

+ Measure poles and structures while walking residential and commercial areas

+ Support permitting efforts by collecting required field documentation

+ Participate in site walks to verify conditions for construction planning

+ Assist in preparing material summaries for aerial projects

+ Provide basic design support and insights from the field

+ Utilize GIS and CAD tools (AutoCAD) to support mapping and documentation

+ Maintain accurate records for engineering and design teams

+ Work closely with a lead technician to complete daily tasks efficiently

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

Paid, hands-on training - no telecom experience required

Travel-based role - explore different regions while you work

Stable, long-term projects - no seasonal layoffs

Clear career growth - advance to senior field or office roles

Outdoor, active work environment - no desk-bound days

What We're Looking For

Basic Qualifications:

+ 0-1 years of telecom or utility field experience (or similar hands-on work)

+ Background in construction, landscaping, surveying, or outdoor labor preferred

+ Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions

+ Ability to walk long distances and perform physically active tasks

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data collection

+ Willingness to travel regularly (Monday-Friday, overnight stays required)

Technical &

Soft Skills:

+ Basic familiarity with GIS or AutoCAD (training provided)

+ Strong communication and teamwork skills

+ Ability to handle field equipment and measuring tools

+ Reliable, adaptable, and eager to learn

Nice-to-Have (Not Required)

+ Experience in telecommunications or utilities

+ Prior travel-based role experience

+ Interest in learning OSP aerial design

+ Exposure to permitting or municipal coordination

Work Environment & Travel

+ 70% travel across regional project sites (overnight stays common)

+ 30% local work

+ Work outdoors in residential and commercial areas

+ Partner daily with a lead technician

+ Operations paused in extreme conditions (e.g.,
-10°F or below)

+ Year-round work supported by multi-year contracts

Your Career Path Starts Here

This isn't just a job-it's a launchpad. Whether you want to:

+ Become a senior field technician, or

+ Transition into design, GIS, or engineering roles

...we provide the experience and support to help you get there.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Woodbury, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Woodbury,MN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 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 Clearly Rated 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,…