Distribution Field Technician

About the Role

Duties and Responsibilities focus on the collection of facilities field data for use in updating records and preparing design documents. Tasks include measurement, mapping, field photography, equipment inventory, staking, and other reconnaissance activities performed under the direction of senior technical or engineering staff. The incumbent often acts as a design or staking assistant, collaborating with more senior employees in the field. The employee must adhere to and champion Pike Engineering’s Core Values and fully comply with the Safety Manual, actively participating in all safety initiatives. Accurate and neat data gathering must be performed using paper drawings, electronic devices, digital cameras, or other specified formats. The incumbent is expected to correctly identify items for documentation with minimal supervisory assistance. Quick adoption of handheld data‑collection tools such as laser range finders, GPS receivers, and digital cameras is required, along with precise recording of measurements and dimensions per project specifications. The role may involve assisting in power restoration efforts during natural disasters and meeting production targets and project milestones, with occasional overnight travel. All recorded data must follow correct standards and symbology to ensure clarity for office‑based project personnel. • Collect and record facility field data using paper, electronic devices, cameras, GPS, and laser range finders. • Assist senior technical staff as a design or staking assistant in the field. • Follow Pike Engineering’s Core Values and Safety Manual; promote a safe work environment. • Identify and document field items with minimal supervision and adhere to project specifications. • Support power restoration efforts during natural disaster events. • Meet production targets and project milestones; occasional overnight travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸data collection
• ▸gps survey
• ▸laser scanning
• ▸field mapping
• ▸staking assist
• ▸power restoration

What You Bring

Position Overview: This entry‑level field technician role serves as a potential training slot for future Designer or CAD positions within Pike Engineering. The ideal candidate is well‑organized, self‑motivated, and capable of working independently while communicating effectively in writing. The role requires familiarity with common computer software (MS Office, CAD drafting systems) and a preference for experience with utility design, line construction, GIS systems, and basic data structures, and work will be performed primarily outdoors. Key personal attributes include self‑motivation, the ability to work independently, and a team‑oriented, customer‑focused mindset. The incumbent should be capable of managing multiple tasks and assisting in training new peers, while being comfortable working in an outdoor environment. A valid driver’s license is required. Pike Engineering is an equal‑opportunity, non‑union employer. • Demonstrate self‑motivation, ability to work independently and within a team, and excellent communication skills. • Possess basic proficiency with MS Office, CAD drafting systems, and GIS data structures. • Maintain a valid driver’s license and be comfortable working outdoors.

Requirements

• ▸self‑motivation
• ▸cad
• ▸gis
• ▸ms office
• ▸driver’s license
• ▸teamwork

Work Environment

Field