Field Technician (Dayton)

Job Title : Field Technician (Dayton)Job Description

The Distribution Field Technician will report daily to the Kettering, OH office, where they will be responsible for inspecting overhead and underground electrical distribution equipment, compiling field data, preparing minor work orders, and maintaining reports of distribution equipment. This role requires measuring and mapping Low Voltage Distribution systems, identifying and recording electrical equipment on poles, and performing various field technical services related to the operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems.

Responsibilities

Conduct visual inspections of overhead and underground electrical distribution equipment.

Compile field data, prepare minor work orders, and maintain detailed reports.

Measure and map Low Voltage Distribution systems.

Identify and record electrical equipment on poles.

Perform system inventories, audits, joint use management, permitting, pad-mount inspections, ground-line pole inspections, metering and apparatus services, lighting audits, and more.

Utilize laptops, tablets, GPS, and other electronic devices for field data collection.

Develop a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code, electric utility construction standards, and communication facilities.

Operate equipment like height sticks and range finders to take accurate measurements.

Perform pole inspections and maintenance on pad-mount equipment.

Achieve weekly billable goals as defined by project guidelines.

Essential Skills

Data collection

Field Data Analysis

Basic computer proficiency (e.g., Excel)

High School Diploma

Utility locating

Knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Prefer candidates aged 21+ to meet company vehicle driving requirements; 20+ may be acceptable.

Experience in physically demanding roles such as manual labor, construction, utility locating, landscaping, manufacturing, and warehouse / cold storage.

Open to Associate Technology Degrees if work experience aligns with the required criteria.

Work Environment

The technician is required to report to the Grand Rapids office daily. Upon arrival, they will be assigned to another person who will drive them to the day's location for data collection. Most work occurs within an hour from the office. The position offers flexibility to work either four 10-hour days or five 10-hour days. The role provides a less physically demanding alternative to other physically intensive jobs, with better hours and outdoor work focused on visual inspections and data collection.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dayton, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following : - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dayton,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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