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Utility Pole Inspector
Job in
New Berlin, Waukesha County, Wisconsin, 53146, USA
Listed on 2026-06-20
Listing for:
Actalent
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-20
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Telecoms Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description
The Utility Pole Inspector is responsible for inspecting, measuring, and documenting utility poles and aerial infrastructure. This role involves utilizing IKE devices and software to capture precise field data essential for engineering, make-ready, and asset management. The position supports electric utilities, telecom providers, and engineering firms by providing accurate pole loading and attachment data collection.
Responsibilities
* Perform detailed utility pole inspections in accordance with NESC and utility standards.
* Identify and document structural defects such as rot, cracks, leaning, and decay.
* Document pole class, height, and species, if applicable.
* Identify existing attachments including telecom, CATV, and power.
* Capture field data including attachment heights and spacing, clearances, and guying and anchoring conditions.
* Collect high-resolution photos of poles and equipment.
* Operate IKEGPS devices (e.g., IKE 4 or IKE
3) to measure pole and attachment heights using laser technology.
* Capture GPS coordinates and asset location data.
* Use IKE Office / IKE Insight software to upload and process field measurements and generate pole models and engineering-ready reports.
* Ensure accurate data collection to support make-ready engineering, joint-use applications, and fiber deployment projects.
* Document existing pole conditions for attachment applications.
* Identify space available for new attachments and code violations or clearance issues.
* Support engineering teams by providing field-verified pole data and redlines and corrections to design prints.
Essential Skills
* 1-3+ years of experience in utility field work, telecom OSP, pole inspections, or surveying.
* Experience using IKE devices or similar measurement tools (laser/GPS).
* Ability to interpret utility prints and pole loading diagrams, design, and civil maps.
Additional
Skills & Qualifications
* Experience with utility relocation, GIS, and IKEGPS certification.
Work Environment
Inspectors must be able to travel to various locations as needed throughout Wisconsin and Iowa.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Berlin, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/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 New Berlin,WI.
Final date to receive applications
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 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, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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