Field Planning Technician – Telecom & Utilities

Henkels-; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term DISAB

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Henkels & McCoy West seeks a Field Planning Technician to support pre-construction activities for telecommunications and utility infrastructure in the Western United States. You will perform site surveys, collect data, prepare design packages, and help interpret drawings and plans.

The role requires reading maps, basic utility construction knowledge, and strong organizational skills. Travel to field sites and a valid driver’s license are expected; GIS/AutoCAD experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of electrical or utility construction.
• Ability to read and interpret maps and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Ability to travel to field sites.
• Valid driver's license.
• Preferred: GIS or AutoCAD experience.
• Preferred: Telecommunications or utility planning experience.
• Preferred: Knowledge of permitting and right-of-way.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys to gather site-specific data and measurements.
• Document field conditions through notes, photos, and sketches.
• Prepare and update project layouts and design packages.
• Interpret construction drawings and utility plans.
• Identify permitting, right-of-way, and environmental constraints.
• Coordinate with engineering and field teams to ensure accurate planning.
• Develop material lists and bill of materials.
• Assist in route planning for underground and aerial installations.
• Ensure compliance with company and client standards.
• Support cost estimating and budgeting.
• Maintain organized project documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Electrical/utility construction

Map/technical drawing reading

MS Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent and team work

Travel to field sites

Valid driver’s license

GIS or AutoCAD experience

Telecom/utility planning experience

Permitting knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

1–3 years related experience preferred

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Henkels & McCoy West seeks a Field Planning Technician to support pre-construction activities for telecommunications and utility infrastructure in the Western United States. You will perform site surveys, collect data, prepare design packages, and help interpret drawings and plans.

The role requires reading maps, basic utility construction knowledge, and strong organizational skills. Travel to field sites and a valid driver’s license are expected; GIS/AutoCAD experience is a plus.