Traveling Field Technician – Utility GIS & Inspections

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is hiring an entry-level UAM Field Technician 1 to plan, inspect, and capture data for utility infrastructure. This on-site role requires independence, data collection using field devices, and collaboration when needed in a field environment in Missouri.

The starting wage is $19 to $22 per hour with overtime after 40 hours, hotel covered, and a daily housing stipend when not staying in a hotel. Expect travel to locations across Missouri and related safety requirements.

Qualifications

• A high-school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in basic office applications and data entry; willing to learn mapping software.
• Read and comprehend instructions; communicate clearly one-on-one and in groups.
• Perform basic arithmetic computations.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean MVR; complete Davey Driver’s Safety Course.

Responsibilities

• Operate solo when required and coordinate with a second technician as needed.
• Meet weekly production targets to satisfy client expectations.
• Conduct field audits of existing utility infrastructure by inspecting and recording information.
• Use GPS, cameras, and field tech devices to collect data and map sites.
• Record observations accurately and maintain data integrity in GIS databases.
• Ensure safety, follow regulations, and report issues to supervisors.
• Travel 75–100% for on-site tasks and maintain company assets.

Skills

Basic office applications

Data entry

Read and communicate instructions

Arithmetic computations

Valid driver’s license

Safety awareness

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS units

Hand-held computers

Job description

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is hiring an entry-level UAM Field Technician 1 to plan, inspect, and capture data for utility infrastructure. This on-site role requires independence, data collection using field devices, and collaboration when needed in a field environment in Missouri.

The starting wage is $19 to $22 per hour with overtime after 40 hours, hotel covered, and a daily housing stipend when not staying in a hotel. Expect travel to locations across Missouri and related safety requirements.