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Internship Utility Pole Inspector Jobs in Chicago, IL

Grid One Solutions, LLC

Pole Foreperson

Joliet, IL · On-site

$23 - $30/hr

Description " Foreperson Utility Pole Inspection GOS The ideal candidate will demonstrate the willingness and the ability to learn the wooden pole inspection process through an up to 8-week training ...

Osmose

Foreman

Joliet, IL · On-site

$20/hr

Excellent advancement opportunities with a rapidly growing company Your Responsibilities as a Utility Pole Inspection Foreman: * Hiring, training, and supervising a field crew of 1-5 people

Osmose

Foreman

Highland Park, IL · On-site

$20/hr

Excellent advancement opportunities with a rapidly growing company Your Responsibilities as a Utility Pole Inspection Foreman: * Hiring, training, and supervising a field crew of 1-5 people

SWE Solutions

Construction Engineer III

Naperville, IL · On-site

$42 - $63/hr

Mentor and guide junior engineers and interns, fostering professional development and knowledge ... Knowledge of ITS systems, bridge inspections, or utility coordination. * Advanced certifications in ...

SWE Solutions

Construction Engineer III

Naperville, IL · On-site

$42 - $63/hr

Mentor and guide junior engineers and interns, fostering professional development and knowledge ... Knowledge of ITS systems, bridge inspections, or utility coordination. * Advanced certifications in ...

SWE Solutions

Construction Engineer III

Naperville, IL · On-site

$42 - $63/hr

Mentor and guide junior engineers and interns, fostering professional development and knowledge ... Knowledge of ITS systems, bridge inspections, or utility coordination. * Advanced certifications in ...

SWE Solutions

Construction Engineer I

Naperville, IL · On-site

$35 - $46/hr

Provide support in conducting inspections, testing, and evaluations to ensure quality control and ... Exposure to construction projects such as roadways, bridges, utilities, or site development is ...

SWE Solutions

Construction Engineer I

Naperville, IL · On-site

$35 - $46/hr

Provide support in conducting inspections, testing, and evaluations to ensure quality control and ... Exposure to construction projects such as roadways, bridges, utilities, or site development is ...

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Pole Foreperson

Grid One Solutions, LLC

Joliet, IL • On-site

$23 - $30/hr

Full-time, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Grid One Solutions rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Description
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Foreperson Utility Pole Inspection GOS
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the willingness and the ability to learn the wooden pole inspection process through an up to 8-week training period of both on-the-job and classroom instruction, will demonstrate good work ethics, and enjoy working outdoors. A company vehicle will be issued once successful completion of the training and transitioned to the foreperson's responsibilities.This role requires travel. Please refer to the details mentioned in the travel section for more information!
As a utility pole inspection foreperson, you'll lead a crew of field workers in providing routine maintenance and remedial treatment of wood poles used to carry power lines and other above-ground utility lines. You'll also gain experience identifying any decay or defects with poles. This is a skilled trade and entry level position into the utility industry!
PPE will be provided, including Hardhat, Safety Vest, Safety glasses, work gloves, etc. You'll be required to provide acceptable workwear and good work boots with a hard toe.
Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt
Pay:
  • $23.00 - $30.00 per hour based on experience.
  • After on-the-job training is completed the pay rate will increase to $24.00 - $30.00 based on experience & performance.
  • Per Diem is offered based on travel criteria.
  • Performance Incentive Program.

Benefits:
  • Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) from day one
  • Company-sponsored Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance
  • Vacation
  • Paid Holidays after 90 days

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
  • Hiring, training, managing, and supervising a crew of 1 to 5 people.
  • Maintain all tools, vehicles, and equipment.
  • Achieve expected safety, quality, and production goals.
  • Collect field data and maintain daily and weekly reports.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • The ideal candidates will be ambitious, career-minded, and safety-conscious.
  • Computer and smartphone literate
  • Ability to read maps and navigate in congested areas.
  • Independently manage time and workload to meet deadlines.
  • Mechanically inclined and has experience with a variety of tools.
  • This is an outdoor position; the ideal candidate will understand the importance of adapting to various elements and weather conditions.
  • This is a minimum 40-hour workweek with Saturdays considered inclement weather make-up days.

Education & Experience:
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
  • Experience with Wooden pole inspection is preferred but not required.

Pre-Screen:
  • Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:
  • Driver's License Required.

Travel Requirements:
  • Willing to travel locally, statewide, and regionally as needed. Overnight stays will be necessary (Paid hotel accommodations provided by the employer and a per-diem).
  • Must be willing to travel to complete the initial required training as needed and based on experience.

Physical Requirements:
  • RARE (less than 10%): squatting, depth-perception, color-vision, crawling, pushing, pulling, seeing distant, climbing ladders, balancing, gripping
  • OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): stooping, kneeling, squatting, body-twisting, sense-of-touch, manual-dexterity, lifting up to 10 lbs., lifting up to 50 lbs., lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., climbing stairs, carrying, lifting, range-of-motion, reaching
  • FREQUENT (up to 66%): standing, walking, sitting
  • CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): seeing, reading, hearing-speech-range, speaking clearly

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.
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Benefits
We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees' health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.
Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please note:
  • All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
  • Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.

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