Pole Field Inspector & Preservative Technician

Power & Construction Group; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem for hotels and meals

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Power & Construction Group, Inc. is seeking a Utility Pole Technician in the Utility Structures Division to inspect wooden poles across New York State and apply EPA-/NYS-approved preservatives. This hands-on field role involves travel to scattered sites, with nights away paid by the company and a generous per diem.

You will operate UTVs and hand/power tools, record results, and follow strict safety regulations. High school diploma required; valid driver’s license and pesticide license desired.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• NYS DEC Pesticide Applicator License - Category 6B or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to travel 3–4 nights per week.
• Familiarity with mobile inspection or data collection software (a plus).

Responsibilities

• Perform groundline and above-ground inspections of wooden utility poles.
• Identify and document pole conditions including decay, damage, insect infestation, and structural deficiencies.
• Apply wood preservatives and pesticides in compliance with regulations.
• Safely operate UTVs and company vehicles to access remote or off-road work areas.
• Record inspection results and treatments using mobile devices.
• Follow OSHA, DOT, NYS DEC, and company safety policies.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Physically demanding outdoor work

Comfortable with overnight travel

Familiarity with mobile inspection orデ

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

UTVs/side-by-sides

Job description

Power & Construction Group, Inc. is seeking a Utility Pole Technician in the Utility Structures Division to inspect wooden poles across New York State and apply EPA-/NYS-approved preservatives. This hands-on field role involves travel to scattered sites, with nights away paid by the company and a generous per diem.

You will operate UTVs and hand/power tools, record results, and follow strict safety regulations. High school diploma required; valid driver’s license and pesticide license desired.