Electrical Distribution Field Technician

Orbital Engineering, Inc.

. Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and construction situations in the field, including rights-of-way .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $36,000 - $77,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in field data collection and analysis, applying National Electric Safety Code standards and utilizing technology tools for accurate measurements. Proficient in organizing project data and effectively communicating with clients and team members.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Field Data CollectionNational Electric Safety Code (NESC)Electrical Distribution Assets KnowledgeMicrosoft Office ProficiencyEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Fieldwork ExperienceData AnalysisEngineering Drawings InterpretationUtility-Pole Clearance MeasurementGIS Data Analytics

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Enterprise Resource Planning SoftwareTelescopic Fiberglass Measurement Stick

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDValid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Construction EnvironmentSafe Work PracticesPPE ApplicationsClient InteractionUtility Personnel Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and construction situations in the field, including rights-of-way
Apply National Electric Safety Code (NESC) standards, client standards, federal, state, and local guidelines during data collection
Use technology tools and a telescopic fiberglass measurement stick to collect data and measure utility-pole clearances
Communicate with co-workers and clients to determine engineering design solutions
Coordinate or support flagging efforts for field data collection
Transcribe notes and organize collected field data
Support pole attachment application and power delivery improvement projects
Analyze attachment requests for client poles and network reliability improvements on electric distribution systems
Support GIS data analytics, notifications, work orders, invoicing, and financial reports using enterprise resource planning software
Attend client-site meetings and interact with the general public and landowners
Coordinate with utility personnel when occasionally entering energized extra-high-voltage substations up to 745kV
Work primarily in the field with minimal office time while working from home or an office setting as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED required with 3+ years of experience in fieldwork or a construction environment, drafting, utility experience, or technical design
Associates Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline with 0-2 years of experience, with interest in fieldwork or surveying
Working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction preferred
Prior experience in a field-based data collection role preferred
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics preferred
Familiarity with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications preferred
Organized approach to keeping project data organized from start to finish
Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and effectively communicate project statuses
Computer proficiency including general Microsoft Office products, design, and business enterprise software
Effective written and oral communication
Reasoning skills and ability to solve practical problems
Dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license with insurance
Ability to pass a fit for duty test
Ability to pass a post-offer drug and alcohol test, including marijuana, and participate in random testing
Must live within reasonable commuting distance of the greater Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN area
Ability to work in all outdoor weather conditions
Willingness to travel overnight or for extended periods based on project assignment
Ability to endure frequent driving, standing, walking numerous miles per day, navigating, and balancing objects weighing up to 20 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Career advancement opportunities
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
401(k)-retirement savings plan
Supplemental insurance options
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
Company-paid short-term disability coverage
Company-paid maternity and bonding leave
Generous paid time off program
Remote or hybrid work arrangement
Work-from-home capability