Electrical Field Technician: Outdoor Distribution

Actalent

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 29,000

Full time

33 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

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401(k)

Job summary

Actalent in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Field Technician to support design, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems. You'll prepare field notes, drawings, specifications, and design estimates, combining fieldwork with office engineering support.

The role requires comfort working outdoors using laptops, GPS, and tablets to collect data, interpret schematics, and communicate findings to internal teams.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma required.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying field conditions.
  • Strong technical aptitude and interest in engineering and electrical systems.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and work with schematics and blueprints.
  • Ability to learn and apply NESC, engineering standards, and utility construction standards.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with clear idea presentation.
  • Ability to maintain organized records and documentation for multiple projects.
  • Comfort using laptops, tablets, GPS, and other devices for data collection.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and maintain accurate field notes, drawings, specifications, and design estimates.
  • Develop knowledge of NESC and utility standards.
  • Acquire broad knowledge of engineering disciplines for distribution projects.
  • Maintain production and quality standards for all projects and organize data and reports.
  • Manage file organization and documentation for project records.
  • Prepare and modify electrical and roadway drawings and calculations.
  • Perform field technical services for operation, inspection, and maintenance.
  • Support joint use management and permitting activities.
  • Conduct inspections of pad-mount equipment and poles and perform safety programs.
  • Assist with metering and lighting audits in the field and collect data with electronic tools.

Skills

Outdoor work
Technical aptitude
Read blueprints
NESC knowledge
Verbal communication
Document control
Data collection GPS

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Actalent in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Field Technician to support design, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems. You'll prepare field notes, drawings, specifications, and design estimates, combining fieldwork with office engineering support.

The role requires comfort working outdoors using laptops, GPS, and tablets to collect data, interpret schematics, and communicate findings to internal teams.

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