Utility Pole Inspector - Buffalo, NY

Alamon Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Utility Pole Inspector to ensure the safety and functionality of utility infrastructure. This exciting role involves conducting comprehensive inspections, identifying potential defects, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to safety regulations. The position offers the chance to work outdoors in various weather conditions and requires a strong commitment to safety and quality. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the reliability of essential services in the community. If you are ready to take on a physically demanding and rewarding position, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Lodging provided during travel

Transportation provided

Employee ownership

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Experience in pole inspection or as a crew member is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of utility poles and maintain records.
• Identify defects and ensure safety compliance during inspections.
• Supervise inspection crews and manage multiple tasks.

Skills

Pole Inspection

Leadership

Physical Labor

Safety Compliance

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Inspection Tools

Job description

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Position: Utility Pole Inspector - Buffalo, NY

Location: Buffalo, NY

Job Id: 1918

# of Openings: 1

Utility Pole Inspector

Position Summary:

Alamon, Inc., a Montana-based employee-owned company since 1975, provides installation services to the utilities, energy, and communications industries nationwide. There is no ceiling when it comes to your professional growth at Alamon, an employee-owned company.

Alamon, Inc. seeks a Utility Pole Inspector for its Utility’s East department. This position entails performing thorough inspections, complying with all safety standards and maintenance and reliability of utility infrastructure. The Utility Pole Inspector plays a crucial role in ensuring the integrity, safety, and functionality of wooden utility poles and related components.

• Conduct comprehensive utility pole inspections, treatments, and reporting.
• Identify structural defects, signs of wear or damage and environmental factors that may affect the pole's stability and function.
• Accurately record inspection findings, evaluations, observations, and maintain an organized record of inspected poles.
• Adhere to all company and government safety regulations.
• Complete inspection records, and report and follow appropriate codes and regulations.
• Collect field data and perform daily and weekly reporting.
• Maintain and keep records up to date on all tools, electronics, vehicles, and equipment.
• Provide quality feedback and coaching.
• Serve as a point of contact for the client, public, and field staff.
• Manage the progress of multiple inspection crews.
• Demonstrate leadership abilities to successfully supervise and motivate your crew while accepting responsibility for the safe operations and maintenance of vehicle, equipment, and tools.
• Must possess a professional attitude that will positively represent the Alamon organization to the clients and the communities in which they work.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Possess a current and valid driver’s license and a clean driving record with no DUI/DWIs within the past 5 years.
• Must pass the pre-employment screening process which includes a background check, drug test, and motor vehicle records pull.
• Willing to travel locally, statewide, or regionally as required.
• Have previous pole inspection or crew member experience.
• Have the ability and mentality to work outdoors, in a physically demanding work environment and all-weather conditions, lifting or moving up to 40lbs, and hiking over various terrain.
• This position will work outdoors, year-round, in all weather conditions, and on varying terrain. May work for long periods in hot, cold, wet, windy, or icy conditions.
• Exposure to dust, odors, gases, vapors, wet or slick surfaces, and loud noises is possible.
• Must always wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with Company standards and governmental regulations.

Physical Demands:

• This position requires hiking and standing for long periods of time.
• Must be able to perform physical labor including but not limited to digging, hiking, climbing, working with shovels, tamping bars, etc.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40lbs.

Travel Requirements:

• This is a full-time traveling position that requires extensive travel where you will be on the road for five weeks at a time or longer.
• Lodging and transportation are provided while working and traveling for the Company.

Work Authorization:

Alamon does not currently support the H1B VISA for this position.

EOE:

Alamon Inc is an equal opportunity employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Alamon Inc does not discriminate in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable state and local laws.