Utility Field Technician

Job Description

Utility Field Technician

As a Utility Field Technician, you will play a crucial role in the acquisition of field data and the meticulous gathering of information from field notes. This position demands strict adherence to the company’s Code of Safe Practices and safety policies, alongside effective communication with supervisors, coworkers, and external clients. You will be responsible for preparing and submitting required reports and correspondence. A key aspect of this role involves independently designing and preparing construction orders for both overhead and underground facilities within electric distribution systems, ensuring all work applies prescribed standards, guidelines, specifications, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the acquisition and analysis of field data.
• Gather information from field notes to support project requirements.
• Strictly adhere to the company’s Code of Safe Practices.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all organizational levels and external clients.
• Prepare and submit required reports and correspondence.
• Design and prepare construction orders for electric distribution systems.
• Apply industry standards in preparing layouts of overhead and/or underground electric distribution facilities.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Experience as a distribution technician or pole surveyor.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Proficiency in preparing technical reports and documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) or utility experience preferred.
• Knowledge of computers and software applications (MS Office products) preferred.
• Valid and clean driver’s license required.
• Willingness to travel regionally and potentially for extended periods.

Work Environment & Travel

This position involves regional travel, primarily during business hours, to various utility client territories. Occasional overnight travel is expected, and travel may extend to other territories for up to two weeks on-site if required. The role offers significant advancement potential within the company. This is a fully onsite position based in Nashville, TN.

Job Type & Compensation

This is a Contract to Hire position. The pay range for this role is $21.00 – $21.00/hr.

Benefits

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 insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, with a company match
• 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)

Application Details

Looking to elevate your career? We’re eager to get to know you. Once you apply, Bron Cates, Technical Recruiter, will be in touch with next steps and additional details. Ready to move forward? Apply today—and feel free to connect with Bron on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/broncates1209. This position is anticipated to close on April 14, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.