Field Technician

REI Utility Services

Field Technician gathering necessary field data for REI projects while ensuring equipment maintenance and safety compliance in Athens, Texas. Responsible for effectively communicating with management and property owners while complying with construction specifications.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeAthens • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in Quality Control processes and effective communication with property owners while ensuring compliance with safety requirements. Capable of utilizing project tools and maintaining equipment in good working condition.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Quality ControlEffective CommunicationRTK Equipment UtilizationProject Schematic ReadingValid Driver's License

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Hard Skills

Basic MathematicsProject Schematic ReadingField Data CollectionEquipment MaintenanceSafety Requirement Enforcement

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationDecision MakingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

RTK EquipmentHot StickIPadMiFiCamera

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Field Data CollectionSafety RequirementsOn-Call DutyInclement Weather WorkEquipment Maintenance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure that the Statement of Work is being followed
Perform Quality Control work if/when needed
Assist with job specific training, guidance, and direction
Accountable for all REI equipment and keeping it maintained and in good working condition
Accountable for collecting the required field data in accordance with the assigned scope of work
Effectively communicate with property owners when necessary
Making decisions on safely accessing locations and informing their Field Manager for any inaccessibility
Safely measuring power poles, midspans, working around roadways with traffic
Following and enforcing all REI safety requirements at all times
Properly utilizing assigned project tools to include, but not limited to: RTK (Real Time Kinematics) equipment, Hot Stick (measuring and phasing hot stick), iPad, MiFi, vehicles
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
Basic computer knowledge, proficient in relevant computer applications
Basic knowledge of mathematics
Knowledge on how to read a project schematic
Skilled in utilizing a camera or mobile device and uploading documentation to a computer
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and safe driving record
Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check, alcohol, and drug test
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, stoop, push, pull, lift, kneel, squat, crawl, and reach
Must be able to work in various temperatures and inclement weather
Ability to work a varied schedule and travel to different work sites
Must be available to work weekends and overtime as needed, as well as on-call during non-business hours in areas that require on-call duty, including weekends and holidays
Must be proficient in communicating with the public and team members.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Dental insurance
Health insurance
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance