Traveling Field Technician | DRG Southeast | UAM Field Inventory Services

Traveling Field Technician | Field Services

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations: Fort Smith, AR;
Joplin, MO;
Springfield, MO; statewide Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma
Work Site: On Site
Req : 193962

Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group Inc. which has been employee‑owned since 1979. Asset Management specializes in managing the assets of utility companies throughout the U.S. by providing solutions focused around the electrical and telecommunication industries. We believe in smart growth that continues to provide career advancement opportunities and utilize cutting‑edge technology to deliver proven solutions for utility companies with design, construction, and field inspection services.

Starting Rate: $20–$22/hr
Overtime:
Time and a half after 40 hrs/wk, average work week 45 hours minimum
Hotel:
Covered
Housing Stipend: $50/daily if not staying in hotel and traveling out of state
Per Diem: $35/daily if enrolled in lodging & working 6+ hours

• Work with leading electrical and telecommunication companies and their utility systems to provide analysis of infrastructure.
• Inspect and catalog utility assets to create accurate and consistent utility asset data sets for our clients.
• Provide utility companies with real‑time, updated, and quality data to help improve service and reliability.
• Perform light GIS editing and manipulate utility company data.
• Understand and use document management systems, filing, and document scanning.
• Execute and plan daily goals while meeting quality, time, and budget constraints.
• Learn to identify electrical/communication utility equipment and potential hazards.
• Review and/or correct data integrity errors within GIS databases.
• Understand and comply with all safety regulations to maintain a successful safety record.
• Travel throughout various service territories both within and out of state, as needed.

• Ability to stand, walk, or hike for extended periods of time and long distances, bend, reach, and move to carry items weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Knowledge of Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Presentations, Forms).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions and in various hours of the day or night.
• High school diploma and valid driver’s license required.
• Organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Clean DMV driving record and ability to safely drive/operate a 4x4 vehicle and an ATV.
• Completion of a two‑year college or technical school degree in geography, GIS, or related discipline, or completion of an approved apprenticeship program preferred.
• Electric utility and telecommunications experience preferred.
• Proficient use of computers and GIS software such as ESRI ArcGIS Desktop preferred.

This position provides an annual salary ranging from $45,000 to $60,000+, factoring in overtime and overnight per diem. It also includes a comprehensive benefits package, a cell phone stipend, and access to a company vehicle. The starting base hourly rate will be determined based on relevant experience.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance after 30 days of employment; phone reimbursement; vacation pay; company stock; and 401‑K eligibility after 1 year. Continual training and development are offered. Pre‑employment drug screen, motor vehicle records screen, criminal background screen, and Social Security # verification are required. Davey Resource Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

DRG is employee‑owned.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions if requested or required by law.

Recruiting:  | Phone: 1‑877‑411‑7601

Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 100%