Utility Pole Inspection Crew Member

Asplundh Careers; Shawano (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a utility pole inspection crew member. This full-time role involves providing essential maintenance and treatment of wood poles that support power lines. You will receive paid on-the-job training, hotel accommodations, and performance incentives while working in various locations. As part of a dedicated team, you will ensure the safety and quality of utility services while developing valuable skills in a supportive environment. If you're ready to take on a physically engaging role with opportunities for growth, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid On-The-Job Training

Hotel Accommodations

Per-Diem

Performance Incentives

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)

Company Sponsored Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Vacation Time

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read maps and navigate in congested areas is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and treatment of wood utility poles.
• Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment while achieving safety goals.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Ability to read maps

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Various tools

Job description

As a utility pole inspection crew member, you will learn and work in providing routine maintenance and remedial treatment of wood poles used to carry power lines and other above-ground utility lines. You will also gain experience identifying any decay or defects.

We provide Paid On-The-Job Training, Hotel Accommodations, Per-Diem, Performance incentives, transportation from starting point to a remote location, and much more. PPE provided, including Hardhat, Safety Vest, Safety glasses, work gloves, etc. You will be required to provide acceptable workwear, as well as boots with a hard toe.

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay:

• Competitive, Hourly.
• Performance Driven Incentives.
• Per Diem offered based on travel criteria.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) from day one
• Company Sponsored Retirement Plan after one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance
• Vacation Time after one year of service
• Paid Holidays after 90 days

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Complete routine maintenance and remedial treatment of wood poles
• Maintain all tools, vehicles, and equipment.
• Achieve expected safety, quality, and production goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to read maps and navigate in congested areas.
• Mechanically inclined and experience with a variety of tools preferred but not required.
• This is a minimum 40-hour workweek with Saturdays considered inclement weather make-up days.
• Must adhere to all Company policies and procedures.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Pre-Screen:

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• Driver License Preferred but not required.

Travel Requirements:

Willing to travel locally, statewide, and regionally as needed. Overnight stays will be necessary (Paid hotel accommodations provided by the employer along with a per-diem).

Physical Requirements:

• RARE (less than 10%): squatting, depth-perception, color-vision, crawling, pushing, pulling, seeing distant, climbing ladders, balancing, gripping
• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): stooping, kneeling, squatting, body-twisting, sense-of-touch, manual-dexterity, lifting to 10 lbs., lifting up to 50 lbs., lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., climbing stairs, carrying, lifting, range-of-motion, reaching
• FREQUENT (up to 66%): standing, walking, sitting
• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): seeing, reading, hearing-speech-range, speaking clearly

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.