Field Technician

Davey Tree Expert Co; Kentucky; On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with up to a 4% company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays and paid time off

Payroll savings plan

Charitable matching gift program

Employee referral bonus program

Employee Educational Scholarship

Davey Family Scholarship

20% discount on Davey services

Cell phone discounts

Vehicle purchase discount program

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a UAM Field Technician 1 for on-site utility asset management tasks. The role involves planning, inspecting, and recording information related to utility infrastructure, with extensive overnight travel and a company vehicle provided.

Starting pay ranges from $20 to $24 per hour, with benefits including health plans, 401k matching, and education scholarships. This is an entry-level position requiring a high school diploma and willingness to learn mapping

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in basic office applications and data entry; willingness to learn mapping software.
• Able to read and comprehend instructions and communicate clearly.
• Perform basic arithmetic and follow detailed instructions with multiple variables.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate as a lone worker when required, demonstrating independence and self-sufficiency.
• Collaborate with a second technician when needed to coordinate schedules, hours, and locations.
• Meet weekly production targets to satisfy client expectations and deadlines.
• Conduct field audits of utility infrastructure by visually inspecting and recording data.
• Use field technology (hand-held devices, GPS, cameras) to collect and document observations.
• Record observations accurately and communicate with property owners and agencies to arrange access.
• Drive and maintain a company vehicle across varied terrains and weather conditions.
• Navigate using maps, GPS, or other methods in diverse environments and weather.
• Identify safety hazards and ensure compliance with regulations and client standards.
• Review data in GIS databases and correct data integrity errors as needed.
• Adhere to safety regulations and complete required training.
• Perform light maintenance on infrastructure and equipment using basic tools.
• Measure heights on utility poles with fiberglass measuring sticks.
• Collaborate with project managers, supervisors, coordinators, technicians, and admins.
• Report issues promptly to supervisors and maintenance staff.
• Participate in training events; travel on-site as required (up to 100%).
• Perform additional duties as assigned and follow company policies.

Skills

High school diploma

Data entry

Read instructions

Basic arithmetic

Weather endurance

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company:Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations:Cleveland, OH
Additional Locations:Northeast Ohio
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:227887

Position Overview

The UAM Field Technician 1 is responsible for planning, designing, verifying locations, inspecting, or otherwise capturing information related to utility infrastructure. This is an entry-level position, and individuals are expected to progressively learn and apply technical information and new skills under general supervision. Work assignments involve applying routine procedures to solve common challenges. This role provides our utility clients with the services and solutions needed to manage their assets efficiently and effectively by performing the duties described. This position is an individual contributor role working in a field environment.

Compensation Data

Starting pay: $20-$24 per hour

This position does require extensive overnight travel with the potential of out-of-state travel. Company vehicle, gas card, per diem, cell phone stipend and travel accommodations are provided.

Job Duties

• Operate as a lone worker when required, demonstrating independence and self-sufficiency.
• Operate as one of a pair of technicians when required, demonstrating ability to collaborate work scheduling, hours, and work locations.
• Fulfill weekly production targets to meet client expectations and timelines.
• Perform field audits of existing utility infrastructure by visually identifying, inspecting, and recording information.
• Operate hand-held computers, GPS units, cameras and/or other field technology.
• Accurately record field observations.
• Positively and effectively communicate with property owners and agencies to arrange for necessary access and work.
• Drive, operate, and maintain a company vehicle in a variety of terrains and surfaces (including ATVs).
• Read and follow maps; navigate (in vehicle and on foot) through a variety of terrains and in all types of weather using a GPS, map, compass, or other methods.
• Recognize unacceptable safety risk conditions and hazards related to the work environment, federal standards, and client specifications.
• Review and/or correct data integrity errors within the GIS Database.
• Comply with all safety regulations and meet safety requirements in order to complete work safely.
• Perform light maintenance on utility infrastructure, utilizing hand tools.
• Use a fiberglass measuring stick to accurately measure heights on utility poles.
• Collaborate with others (Project Managers, Supervisors, Coordinators, Technicians, and Administrators).
• Ensure the proper care and maintenance of any vehicle and equipment assigned including regular inspections, maintenance checks, and prompt reporting of any issues to the appropriate supervisor or maintenance personnel.
• React safely and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Report and respond timely and accurately to the supervisor.
• Participate in employee and professional training events as assigned.
• Travel (100%) for on-site job duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and work rules.

Qualifications

• Required: A high-school diploma or equivalent.
• Required: Demonstrated proficiency in basic office applications and data entry. Must be willing to learn mapping collection software applications.
• Required: Read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Effectively and clearly communicate and present information one-on-one and in a group.
• Required: Perform basic arithmetic computations.
• Required: Apply understanding to carry out detailed instructions. Identify, address, and resolve problems involving multiple variables and varied situations.
• Required: Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Required: Valid driver’s license along with a clean Motor Vehicle Report. Must attend and pass the Davey Driver’s Safety Course.
• Preferred: Prior electric utility or communications industry experience
• Preferred: Prior experience working outdoors
• Preferred: Electric hazard identification, electric equipment identification, or communication equipment identification capability.

What We Offer [Benefits]

We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.

• Group health plans
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• Holidays and paid time off
• Payroll savings plan
• Charitable matching gift program
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee Educational Scholarship
• Davey Family Scholarship
• 20% discount on all Davey services
• Cell phone discounts
• Vehicle purchase discount program
• Plus, so much more!

All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc.(DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners.The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations:If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 100%