Fielding Technician (Pole Surveyor) - Utility Infrastructure Projects

Leidos Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Inc. seeks a Telecommunication Field Technician to support critical utility and telecom projects through accurate field data collection and analysis.

You will install, inspect, and troubleshoot field equipment, collect data for permits, and provide on-site technical support while interacting with clients and stakeholders. You will travel to client sites, interpret drawings and schematics, and ensure safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of experience in telecommunications and/or electrical utilities.
• Willingness and ability to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot telecom and field equipment on-site.
• Perform field visits, inspections, and data collection at utility and telecom locations.
• Collect accurate data for permits, easements, and right-of-way documentation.
• Identify pole attachments and interpret field notes, maps, schematics, and drawings.
• Provide on-site technical support to customers and end users.
• Interact professionally with clients, property owners, contractors, and developers.
• Traverse challenging or remote terrain to complete field assignments.
• Collaborate with internal teams and other divisions to support project needs.
• Follow all safety guidelines and ensure proper use of PPE at all times.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records, including service reports, job documentation, time tracking, mileage, and materials used.
• Produce clear, timely, and accurate field documentation and correspondence.

Skills

Telecommunications experience

Data collection

Troubleshooting

Field safety

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tools handling

Reading schematics

Easements knowledge

Job description

Description

Join our team as a Telecommunication Field Technician, supporting critical utility and telecom infrastructure projects through accurate field data collection and analysis. ENTRUST/Leidos is a leader in engineering and consulting services, delivering innovative and reliable solutions across electric, gas, and digital network systems. In this role, you will support fielding activities that ensure safe, efficient design, permitting, and project execution.

What You'll Do

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot telecom and field equipment on-site

• Perform field visits, inspections, and data collection at utility and telecom locations

• Collect accurate data for permits, easements, and right-of-way documentation

• Identify pole attachments and interpret field notes, maps, schematics, and drawings

• Provide on-site technical support to customers and end users

• Interact professionally with clients, property owners, contractors, and developers

• Traverse challenging or remote terrain to complete field assignments

• Collaborate with internal teams and other divisions to support project needs

• Follow all safety guidelines and ensure proper use of PPE at all times

• Maintain accurate and detailed records, including service reports, job documentation, time tracking, mileage, and materials used

• Produce clear, timely, and accurate field documentation and correspondence

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.

• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.

• The specific amount within this range will be influenced by the work location and various factors, such as internal equity, professional skills, work experience, and pertinent education or training. Benefits offered include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and retirement program with company match. Also offered are tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans. HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available. These benefits are subject to employee contribution amounts generally set annually. Full-time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 2 years of previous experience in telecommunications and/or electrical utilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge in handling tools, equipment, and instruments required for installation, maintenance, or repairs

• Knowledge in reading technical manuals, schematics, or diagrams

• Knowledge with easements and right of ways

• Skill to be a problem solver with identifying and diagnosing technical issues in a timely manner

• Ability to work independently while also being a reliable team player

• Ability to perform tasks that may require lifting heavy equipment, crawling in tight spaces, or working at heights

• Ability to travel to different client sites and work in various environments

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Pay Range

Pay Range $35,100.00 - $63,450.00

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.