Freelance Utility Pole Worker Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay Range: $22.00 - $30.00
• Medical, dental, and vision programs with 60-80% company contribution.
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• 401K with 4% Company match.
• Annual clothing allowance
• Access to corporate fitness center

Summary

Maverick is seeking a Utility Pole Inspector to support our growing field engineering team.  The ideal candidate will have a strong background in field survey and data collection, particularly in the art and science of wood pole inspection and treatment. The role will comprise of daily interactions with the engineering staff in matters relating to design engineering, field engineering, and permitting; it shall require the ability to operate in fast-paced environment to collect required data as well as process/relay the information gathered. The role will provide heavy exposure and on-the-job training in the latest survey methodologies for telecommunications and electrical engineering.  

Responsibilities

• Utilize hand tools to excavate and backfill ground material around structure.
• Assist Foreman with maintaining an adequate inventory of equipment and supplies, and maintaining vehicles and work areas in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
• Data collection utilizing resistographs, tablets, and/or other field devices.
• Walking pole lines to capture pole data and information on remaining pole strength.
• Apply preservative and/or coating to ground line area of structure.
• Operate in a safe and efficient manner, utilizing all required safety equipment (e.g., hard hat, safety vest, work boots) and following established safe work practices and procedures.
• Update & maintain data collection utilizing IKEs, GPS units, and tablets within a GIS platform.
• Coordinate with management, engineering, and other team members to ensure all data collected is accurate and complies with client standards.

• Other duties as assigned by management.

 Skills & Abilities:

• Creative and analytical mind with a willingness to learn.
• Must enjoy working outdoors in a fast-paced, high-growth, and rapidly changing work environment.
• Highly flexible in daily duties and level of responsibility.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Must be reliable and punctual, showing up to work on time and consistently performing assigned tasks.

Experience:

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Engineering, GIS or other related field a plus.
• 1-3 years of field survey experience.
• Previous experience working with and handling wood fumigants is preferred.
• Strong technical skills in MS Office.
• Prior training in wood pole inspection.
• OSHA 10 and CPR certification a plus.
• Carry equipment (e.g., hand tools, tarps) and supplies (e.g., paper, preservatives, coatings) to structure being serviced.
• Must be able to travel on a rotation schedule, up to three weeks at a time.

• Able to work in different weather conditions such as rain, heat, and cold.
• Able to lift and pull up to 40lbs.

• Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol and background check.

About Us

Maverick Corporation is a full-service Engineering and Construction firm working in the telecommunications, Electrical vehicle infrastructure and electrical power sectors. Our customers range from traditional municipal and co-op electric utilities and telecommunication service providers to companies operating in the oil & gas and the transportation industries. Maverick Corporation and its affiliates provide project management, quality control and review services; aerial, underground, and technical services in construction; as well as design, survey, permitting, and owner’s agent services in engineering. Maverick has been incorporated since 1994, and is a growing company with headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts.

Maverick Corporation is comprised of individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and lifestyles. We embrace diversity and invite applications from people of all walks of life. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. In accordance with the MA Wage Transparency Act, we are committed to equitable compensation practices and transparency in our hiring process.