Pole Inspection & Treatment Technician

United Utility Power Services, LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) & FSA

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Short & long-term disability

Job summary

United Utility Services, a leading electric utility contractor, seeks a Utility Pole Inspection & Treatment Crewman for field work across multiple locations. The role focuses on inspection, groundline activities, and data collection for transmission and distribution programs.

Ideal candidates are safety-conscious, able to work outdoors, and committed to completing required training for pole inspection and treatment. Travel may be involved and frequent outdoor tasks are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Valid driver's license required or ability to meet vehicle requirements.
• Must be comfortable performing repetitive outdoor physical work.
• Experience with smartphones/tablets for data collection is beneficial.
• Willingness to complete required training for pole inspection and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist with visual inspection and site preparation around wooden poles.
• Assist with sounding, measurements, preservative treatment, and tagging under supervision.
• Use tablets and GPS devices to collect pole data and document work.
• Maintain tools, PPE, and work areas in a safe, organized condition.
• Follow SDS, environmental rules, and safety procedures during operations.
• Participate in daily briefings and comply with OSHA, DOT, and safety requirements.
• Adhere to 811/One Call and ground-disturbance rules and escalate hazards.
• Collaborate with Inspectors, Foremen, and Supervisors to meet safety and productivity goals.

Skills

Outdoor work

Smartphone/tablet data collection

Safety-conscious

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

United Utility Services, a leading electric utility contractor, seeks a Utility Pole Inspection & Treatment Crewman for field work across multiple locations. The role focuses on inspection, groundline activities, and data collection for transmission and distribution programs.

Ideal candidates are safety-conscious, able to work outdoors, and committed to completing required training for pole inspection and treatment. Travel may be involved and frequent outdoor tasks are expected.