Field technician / engineering Job at The Davey Tree Expert Company, Hartford, CT

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  • The Davey Tree Expert Company
  • Hartford, CT

Job Description

UAM Field Technician 1 / UAM Engineering -New England Region

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.

Locations: Hartford, CT

Additional Locations: NY, PA, RI, CT, and New England Region

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 206014

Position Overview

The Field Technician I is responsible for planning, designing, verifying locations, inspecting, or otherwise capturing information related to utility infrastructure. This is an entry-level position and individuals are expected to progressively learn and apply technical information and new skills under general supervision. Work assignments involve applying routine procedures to solve common challenges. This role provides our utility clients with the services and solutions needed to manage their assets efficiently and effectively by performing the duties described. This position is an individual contributor role working in a field environment.

Note: This role does require 100% travel throughout multiple states. Lodging, transportation, and a per diem are provided.

Starting Rate: $20-21 per hour

Job Duties

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+ Operate as a lone worker when required, demonstrating independence and self-sufficiency.

+ Operate as one of a pair of technicians when required, demonstrating ability to collaborate work scheduling, hours, and work locations.

+ Fulfill weekly production targets to meet client expectations and timelines.

+ Perform field audits of existing utility infrastructure by visually identifying, inspecting, and recording information. Operate hand-held computers, GPS units, cameras and/or other field technology.

+ Accurately record field observations.

+ Positively and effectively communicate with property owners and agencies to arrange for necessary access and work.

+ Drive, operate, and maintain a company vehicle in a variety of terrains and surfaces (including ATVs).

+ Read and follow maps; navigate (in vehicle and on foot) through a variety of terrains and in all types of weather using a GPS, map, compass, or other methods.

+ Recognize unacceptable safety risk conditions and hazards related to the work environment, federal standards, and client specifications. .

+ Comply with all safety regulations and meet safety requirements in order to complete work safely.

+ Perform light maintenance on utility infrastructure, utilizing hand tools.

+ Use a fiberglass measuring stick to accurately measure heights on utility poles.

+ Travel (75%-100%) for on-site job duties.

Qualifications

+ Required: A high-school diploma or equivalent.

+ Required: Demonstrated proficiency in basic office applications and data entry. Must be willing to learn mapping collection software applications.

+ Required: Read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Effectively and clearly communicate and present information one-on-one and in a group.

+ Required: Perform basic arithmetic computations.

+ Required: Apply understanding to carry out detailed instructions. Identify, address, and resolve problems involving multiple variables and varied situations.

+ Required: Ability to work in all weather conditions.

+ Required: Valid driver’s license along with a clean Motor Vehicle Report. Must attend and pass the Davey Driver’s Safety Course.

+ Preferred: Prior electric utility or communications industry experience

+ Preferred: Prior experience working outdoors

+ Preferred: Electric hazard identification, electric equipment identification, or communication equipment identification capability.

Physical Requirements

+ Write, type, file, and organize documents and information.

+ Observe and respond to visual messages.

+ Observe and respond to instructions, messages, and other oral communication.

+ Observe and judge the distance and size of objects

+ Perform strenuous manual labor for extended periods of time, including standing, reaching, and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds, with the potential for heavier loads when working with multiple people.

+ Bend, reach, hold, and grasp.

+ Walk and carry equipment for distances up to 8-12 miles per day on varied terrain.

​The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com .

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 100%

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Work experience placement, Outdoor,

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