Job Description
This position involves preparing field notes, drawings, specifications, and design estimates while possessing the analytical competence to interact with a variety of individuals, including engineers.
ResponsibilitiesAcquire a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), national engineering standards, utility construction standards, and best industry engineering practices.Gain broad knowledge of engineering disciplines, including design and constructability as applied to construction methods and materials, and the economics involved.Maintain production and quality of projects, including field data, photographs, engineering analysis, reports, various departmental reports, and databases; including file management of all documents and records as instructed by departmental guidelines.Prepare and modify electrical and roadway drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, graphs, and construction drawing packages.Perform various field technical services for the operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems, including system inventories and audits, joint use management and permitting, pad-mount inspections, ground-line pole inspections, metering and apparatus services, lighting audits, and field data collection utilizing laptop computers, tablet devices, GPS, and other electronic devices.Develop a working knowledge of telephone, cable, and other communication facilities.Operate necessary equipment to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities, perform pole inspections, and inspect and perform maintenance on pad-mount equipment.Present ideas effectively in formal and informal situations. Communicate well in writing and utilize proper ethics with email and telephone communications. Keep supervisor and coworkers informed, sharing complete and accurate information with others. Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing with all levels in the organization and with outside clients and agencies.Essential SkillsEntry level with an Associate's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering.1+ years of electric utility or telecommunications field experience preferred.Familiarity with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) preferred.Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications desired.Proficient use of engineering software preferred.Clear and valid driver's license required for travel to surrounding utility territory.Additional Skills & QualificationsMust have a high school diploma.Associates Degree in Engineering or similar discipline preferred.AutoCAD or similar programs preferred.Technical aptitude in engineering, electrical, schematic, blueprint, and test equipment.Comfortable working outdoors.Work Environment
This role involves working outdoors in the field, utilizing various technologies and equipment such as laptop computers, tablet devices, GPS, and other electronic devices for data collection.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Asheville,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2025.
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.
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