Distribution Field Technician

Actalent • Asheville, NC • 9h ago

Job Title: Distribution Field Technician

Job Description

The Distribution Field Technician will be responsible for preparing field notes, drawings, specifications, and design estimates. This role requires analytical competence to interact with various individuals, including engineers, and involves acquiring a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), national engineering standards, utility construction standards, and best industry engineering practices.

Responsibilities

Prepare and modify electrical and roadway drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, graphs, and construction drawing packages.

Perform various field technical services for the operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems, including system inventories and audits, joint use management and permitting, pad-mount inspections, ground-line pole inspections, metering and apparatus services, and lighting audits.

Conduct field data collection utilizing laptop computers, tablet devices, GPS, and other electronic devices to collect data for input into database software as necessary.

Develop a working knowledge of telephone, cable, and other communication facilities.

Operate necessary equipment to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities, perform pole inspections, and inspect and perform maintenance on pad-mount equipment.

Present ideas effectively in formal and informal situations, communicate well in writing, and utilize proper ethics with email and telephone communications.

Maintain production and quality of projects, including field data, photographs, engineering analysis, reports, various departmental reports and databases, and file management of all documents and records as instructed by departmental guidelines.

Essential Skills

Entry-level with an Associate's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering.

1+ years of electric utility or telecommunications field experience preferred.

Familiarity with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) preferred.

Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications desired.

Proficient use of engineering software preferred.

Clear and valid driver's license required for travel to surrounding utility territory.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

AutoCAD or similar programs preferred.

Must have a high school diploma.

Associate's Degree preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment involves outdoor fieldwork, requiring technical aptitude and comfort with outdoor conditions. The role demands clear communication with all levels within the organization and with outside clients and agencies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Asheville, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Asheville,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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