Description
Leidos is seeking a Field Engineering Technician to provide field inspections of utility poles across New England.
This is an hourly full-time role with hours contingent on availability of work.
The successful candidate will travel around New England (CT, MA, NY, NH) to collect data, field measurements, and photos of utility poles. This role will also include meeting with joint pole owners to determine appropriate attachment heights for new third-party attachers. These poles have maintenance concerns identified by our client, which our field engineers will document and collect the necessary data for Leidos designers to design their solutions and fixes. Travel will be limited on most weeks, but overnight stays are occasionally required depending on the workload. Technicians are expected to meet the goals and expectations set on a weekly basis by their supervisor and communicate their status and progress effectively.
Responsibilities:
- Significant walking is necessary; 95% of this position requires field-related work.
- Work locations assigned vary monthly.
- Candidate can either drive their own personal vehicle with a mileage reimbursement ($0.725/mi) or each week they can get a rental truck/SUV paid for by Leidos.
- Candidate will receive 16 to 24 hours of training with an experienced field engineer prior to working alone.
Benefits:
- Flexible work hours
- Per-diem supplements between $50-$70 for meals while staying overnight in hotels
Qualifications:
- High school diploma
- Preferred candidate would possess experience within the power distribution field and/or an AS/BS in engineering (or related STEM field)
- Prior experience doing field work and distribution component identification
- Knowledge of NESC Standards and Client Standards is helpful
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Valid Driver's License and ability to utilise cell phone and 8MP camera