Field Technician – Power Pole Data & Survey

Sigma Technologies, Ltd.; Hazard (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan with up to 5% match

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Education and licensing assistance

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Sigma Technologies is seeking a Utility Field Technician to collect data on overhead power-distribution infrastructure across eastern Kentucky and Southern Ohio. This field-based role requires travel, outdoor work in varying conditions, and the ability to work independently while maintaining accurate records.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and comfort using maps, GIS tools, and mobile data-collection apps.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in utilities, power distribution, GIS, or field data collection preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily assignments.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate field documentation.
• Comfort using mobile devices, email, maps, and data-collection apps.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance meeting Sigma’s minimum requirements.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys of overhead power-distribution facilities.
• Locate, inspect, photograph, measure, and document utility poles, power lines, transformers, attachments, and related infrastructure.
• Record pole conditions, equipment information, attachment details, clearances, and surrounding field conditions.
• Use maps, mobile devices, GIS-based applications, and electronic data-collection tools to locate facilities and document information.
• Upload accurate photographs, measurements, field notes, and other required project information.
• Plan daily routes and manage assigned work efficiently throughout the designated field area.
• Communicate with project management, engineering, and design teams regarding field conditions, access concerns, or missing information.
• Follow all company, customer, traffic, and field-safety requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Map reading

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maps

GIS

Mobile data collection

Electronic forms

Job description

Sigma Technologies is seeking a Utility Field Technician to collect data on overhead power-distribution infrastructure across eastern Kentucky and Southern Ohio. This field-based role requires travel, outdoor work in varying conditions, and the ability to work independently while maintaining accurate records.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and comfort using maps, GIS tools, and mobile data-collection apps.