Outdoor Utilities Field Tech – Pole Data & Surveys

Sigma Technologies; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Mileage reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

Education assistance programs

Job summary

Sigma Technologies is seeking a Utility Field Technician to collect information and document overhead power-distribution infrastructure across Central & Southern Alabama, including travel within the region. This field-based role requires independence, attention to detail, and ability to work outdoors year-round.

Ideal candidates may have prior utility or field data-collection experience. A reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license are needed; mileage reimbursement is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in utilities, power distribution, telecommunications, construction, surveying, inspection, GIS, or field data collection preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation of field conditions.
• Comfort using mobile devices, email, maps, and data-collection applications.
• Ability to read maps and navigate rural or unfamiliar locations.

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 across the designated field area.
• Communicate with project management, engineering, and design teams regarding field conditions or missing information.
• Follow all company, customer, traffic, and field-safety requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Maps reading

Communication skills

Mobile devices proficiency

Background checks clearance

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GIS software

Maps & navigation tools

Data collection apps

Job description

Sigma Technologies is seeking a Utility Field Technician to collect information and document overhead power-distribution infrastructure across Central & Southern Alabama, including travel within the region. This field-based role requires independence, attention to detail, and ability to work outdoors year-round.

Ideal candidates may have prior utility or field data-collection experience. A reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license are needed; mileage reimbursement is provided.