Field Technician I: Outdoor Construction & Utilities

NextEdge; Cleveland (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEdge in the United States is seeking a hands-on field operations teammate to support construction, installation, repair, and maintenance across civil, telecom, and utility projects. You will work with a variety of equipment and tools, following safety procedures and documentation standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, willingness to learn equipment operation, and the ability to work outdoors on active job sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Previous construction/telecom/utility outdoor field experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates or assists with construction, excavation, and hauling equipment including backhoes, skid steers, mini-excavators, gradalls, asphalt rollers, and dump trucks (training provided as needed).
• Utilizes equipment and tools to support demolition, excavation, installation, and general construction activities across job sites.
• Assists with excavation work such as digging pads, preparing sub-grades, trenching, and supporting installation of conduit, cabling, and underground utilities.
• Performs routine field activities such as pulling rope, climbing ladders, using common hand tools, manual digging, cable handling, and general site cleanup.
• Loads, stocks, and organizes trucks with materials and equipment to ensure readiness for daily work assignments.
• Completes daily equipment safety inspections and basic maintenance checks.
• Accurately completes all required company documentation for each assignment in accordance with established standards (e.g., timesheets, truck reports, expense reports).
• Performs work in a safe manner and complies with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Supports team members in meeting project goals and timelines across various field environments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Read drawings

Willing to learn

Work on active sites

Strong work ethic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

NextEdge in the United States is seeking a hands-on field operations teammate to support construction, installation, repair, and maintenance across civil, telecom, and utility projects. You will work with a variety of equipment and tools, following safety procedures and documentation standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, willingness to learn equipment operation, and the ability to work outdoors on active job sites.