Traveling Field Technician, Utility Asset Management

Job overview

The Traveling Field Technician, Utility Asset Management role is onsite, based in Joplin, MO, with additional work locations throughout Missouri. Pay starts at $19–$22 per hour. Davey Resource Group’s Utility Asset Management division supports electric utility and communications partners by helping manage infrastructure assets. This entry-level field role gathers and verifies utility infrastructure information so clients can manage their assets effectively. The technician inspects and records field conditions, uses GPS and other field technology, maintains data quality, and coordinates access and work with property owners, agencies, and project colleagues. Travel for onsite duties is 75%–100%.

What you'll do

• Inspect and record existing utility infrastructure
• operate handheld computers, GPS units, cameras, and other field technology
• record field observations
• communicate with property owners and agencies to arrange access
• drive and maintain company vehicles, including ATVs
• navigate varied terrain and weather
• identify safety hazards
• review or correct GIS database errors
• perform light utility infrastructure maintenance
• measure utility pole heights
• collaborate with project teams
• travel 75%–100% for onsite duties.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

traveling field technician

utility asset management

full-time

joplin mo

missouri travel

75%–100% travel

$19–$22/hour

utility infrastructure

field audits

gps

gis

company vehicle

davey resource group

outdoor field work

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Group health plans, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, holidays and paid time off, 401(k) with up to 4% company match for eligible employees, employee stock purchase plan, and other listed benefits

Why this role

Starting rate is $19–$22 per hour, with time-and-a-half overtime after 40 hours per week and an average work week of at least 45 hours. Hotel costs are covered; a $50 daily housing stipend may apply when traveling out of state without hotel lodging, and a $35 daily per diem may apply when enrolled in lodging and working six or more hours. High school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle report are required.

About the employer

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. Sector: 54.