Distribution Field Technician

Beacon Hill; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking a Distribution Field Technician to join our field operations team in Richmond, VA. This full-time, field-based role involves outdoor data collection, asset documentation, and travel across Virginia and North Carolina to support infrastructure projects.

You will document assets with tablets, capture measurements and photos, communicate findings to the project team, follow safety procedures, and develop a long-term technical career across engineering, utilities,

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license
• Comfortable working outdoors for the majority of the workday
• Ability to travel regularly, including overnight stays during the week
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Basic computer and mobile device proficiency
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to walk extensively and work on uneven terrain

Responsibilities

• Perform field data collection and site observations
• Document infrastructure assets using tablets and mobile applications
• Capture measurements, photographs, and field notes
• Work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions
• Travel to project locations throughout assigned territories
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of field conditions
• Communicate findings and project updates to team members
• Follow established safety procedures and guidelines
• Support project teams with timely and accurate field information

Skills

Field data collection

Documentation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety-conscious

Job description

Distribution Field Technician

Location: Richmond, VA (Field-Based)

Schedule: Full-Time

Travel: Regular overnight travel required throughout Virginia and North Carolina

About the Role

We are seeking motivated individuals to join a growing team supporting infrastructure and field operations projects. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who enjoy working outdoors, traveling, learning new technology, and building a long-term career in engineering, utilities, telecommunications, surveying, or GIS-related fields.

This position is primarily field-based and involves collecting information, documenting infrastructure assets, and utilizing mobile technology to support engineering and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform field data collection and site observations
• Document infrastructure assets using tablets and mobile applications
• Capture measurements, photographs, and field notes
• Work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions
• Travel to project locations throughout assigned territories
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of field conditions
• Communicate findings and project updates to team members
• Follow established safety procedures and guidelines
• Support project teams with timely and accurate field information

Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Comfortable working outdoors for the majority of the workday
• Ability to travel regularly, including overnight stays during the week
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Basic computer and mobile device proficiency
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to walk extensively and work on uneven terrain

Preferred Experience

• Field Technician
• Construction
• Surveying
• Utility Operations
• Telecommunications
• Fiber/OSP
• GIS
• Engineering Technician
• Field Inspection
• Environmental Field Services
• Infrastructure Projects
• Outdoor Technical Work

What We’re Looking For

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliability and accountability
• Safety-first mindset
• Strong work ethic
• Interest in developing a technical career
• Ability to adapt to changing project needs and locations

Benefits

• Opportunity to gain hands-on technical experience
• Exposure to infrastructure, utilities, and engineering projects
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Training and development provided
• Collaborative team environment

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.