Distribution Field Technician I - Minneapolis, MN

Position Summary

Responsible for collecting electric distribution/telecom facilities field data used to update records and support design documentation. Work includes measurement, mapping, field photography, equipment/unit inventory, staking, and related field reconnaissance. You’ll often support senior design/staking personnel as an assistant in the field.

Top Skills / Experience (Most Important)

• Lineman / overhead distribution field experience
• GIS field data collection experience
• Strong comfort working outdoors in varying weather elements
• Power utility and telecommunications experience strongly preferred
• Joint-use experience preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Collect accurate field data using paper drawings/forms and/or electronic field devices per project/client requirements
• Identify and document field items with minimal supervision
• Use and learn field technology tools (handheld data collectors, laser range finders, digital cameras, GPS receivers)
• Measure and record dimensions/conditions needed to produce complete field inventory documentation
• Record data using correct standards/symbology so office-based teams can interpret it clearly
• Meet productivity targets and support project milestones/deliverables
• Follow Pike safety practices and actively participate in safety initiatives
• May assist with storm/natural disaster restoration efforts (e.g., driver, wire sitter, runner)
• Work effectively as part of a 2-person field team

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Self-motivated; able to work independently
• Team-oriented and customer-focused
• Able to manage multiple tasks; may assist with training new team members
• Comfortable working outside for extended periods
• Logistics / Notes: Rental vehicle for work travel; Candidates must have reliable transportation to meet at a central location and team up with another field tech #id