Traveling Field Technician 1 | DRG Southeast | UAM Field Inventory Services

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility services company is seeking a Traveling Field Technician 1 to engage in extensive travel for utility asset management. This role involves working with top electrical and telecommunications companies to ensure data accuracy and safety compliance whilst providing valuable insights on utility systems. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a high school diploma, and be comfortable working outdoors under various conditions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Cell phone stipend

Access to a company vehicle

Continual training and development

Qualifications

• Ability to stand, walk, or hike for long periods.
• Clean DMV driving record.
• Comfortable working in rugged terrain and inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and catalog utility assets for accurate data sets.
• Provide real-time data to improve service reliability.
• Execute daily goals while meeting quality and budget constraints.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Two-year college or technical school degree in geography or GIS (preferred)

Tools

Google Suite

ESRI

ArcGIS Desktop

Job description

Traveling Field Technician 1 | DRG Southeast | UAM Field Inventory Services

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Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.

Locations: Springfield, MO

Additional Locations: Statewide Missouri, Colorado, South Dakota, Wyoming

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 193962

Divisional Overview

Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group Inc. (DRG) which has been employee-owned since 1979. Asset Management specializes in managing the assets of utility companies throughout the U.S. by providing solutions, focused around the electrical and telecommunication industries. We believe in smart growth that continues to provide career advancement opportunities. We utilize cutting-edge technology to deliver proven solutions for utility companies with design, construction, and field inspection services. Asset Management is currently seeking motivated self-starters that can thrive in a fast-paced environment to learn and develop new skills to contribute to our group.

Job Duties

This position requires extensive travel throughout Joblin, MO and multiple other states within the U.S. Travel and lodging will be provided.

• Work with leading electrical and telecommunication companies and their utility systems to provide analysis of infrastructure.
• Inspect and catalog utility assets to create accurate and consistent utility asset data sets for our clients.
• Providing utility companies real-time, updated, and quality data, to help improve service and reliability.
• Perform light GIS editing and manipulating of utility company’s data.
• Understand the use of document management systems, filing, and document scanning.
• Execute and plan daily goals while meeting quality, time, and budget constraints.
• Learn to identify electrical/communication utility equipment and potential hazards.
• Review and/or correct data integrity errors within GIS databases.
• Understand and comply with all safety regulations to maintain a successful safety record.
• Ability to travel throughout various service territories both within and out of state, as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

• Ability to stand, walk, or hike for extended periods of time and long distances, bend, reach, and move to carry items weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Knowledge of Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Presentations, Forms).
• Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions and in various hours of the day or night.
• High school diploma and valid driver’s license required.
• Organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Clean DMV driving record and ability to safely drive/operate a 4x4 vehicle as well as an ATV.
• Completion of a two-year college or technical school degree in geography, GIS, a related discipline, or the completion of an approved apprenticeship program preferred.
• Electric utility and telecommunications experience preferred.
• Proficient use of computers using ESRI, ArcGIS Desktop, or other GIS software experience preferred.
  
  

Additional Information

This position provides an annual salary ranging from $45,000 to $60,000+, factoring in overtime and overnight per diem. It also includes a comprehensive benefits package, a cell phone stipend, and access to a company vehicle. The starting base hourly rate will be determined based on relevant experience.

The ideal candidate would be comfortable with traveling from location to location within the client’s service territory. Candidates must be comfortable working full time with a minimum of 40 - 45 hours per week. Compensation based on experience. DRG offers excellent benefits including: health, dental, vision and life insurance after 30 days of employment. Phone reimbursement and use of company vehicle. Vacation Pay, Company stock and 401-K eligibility after 1 year. Continual training and development offered. Pre-employment drug screen, motor vehicle records screen, criminal background screen, and Social Security # verification required. Davey Resource Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. DRG is Employee Owned. We encourage you to take ownership of your future.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail].

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 100%

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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