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Tree Climber

Walpole, MA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Access a tree safely according to company protocols after having made all the necessary inspections ... Effectively use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, pole saws, rakes, and shovels to ...

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Tree Climber

Walpole, MA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Access a tree safely according to company protocols after having made all the necessary inspections ... Effectively use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, pole saws, rakes, and shovels to ...

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Tree Climber

Boston, MA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Access a tree safely according to company protocols after having made all the necessary inspections ... Effectively use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, pole saws, rakes, and shovels to ...

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Tree Climber

Boston, MA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Access a tree safely according to company protocols after having made all the necessary inspections ... Effectively use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, pole saws, rakes, and shovels to ...

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Tree Climber

Boston, MA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Access a tree safely according to company protocols after having made all the necessary inspections ... Effectively use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, pole saws, rakes, and shovels to ...

BrightView

Tree Climber

Boston, MA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Access a tree safely according to company protocols after having made all the necessary inspections ... Effectively use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, pole saws, rakes, and shovels to ...

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How much do pole inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for pole inspector in Boston, MA is $59,686.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,800.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pole inspector?

Pole inspectors are professionals responsible for examining and assessing utility poles, such as those used for electrical lines, telecommunications, or street lighting. Their job involves checking the structural integrity, stability, and safety of poles to ensure they meet regulatory and company standards. Pole inspectors identify any signs of damage, decay, or hazards, and recommend repairs or replacements as needed. This work is critical for maintaining public safety and reliable utility services.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a pole inspector?

To excel as a Pole Inspector, you need a solid understanding of utility pole structures, inspection protocols, and safety regulations, often supported by relevant field experience or technical training. Familiarity with inspection software, GPS devices, cameras, and reporting systems is typically required. Attention to detail, strong observational skills, and effective communication are vital soft skills for accurately documenting findings and coordinating with utility teams. These competencies are crucial to ensure the structural integrity of utility poles, maintain public safety, and support reliable utility services.

What challenges do pole inspectors face in the field?

Pole inspectors often encounter challenges such as working in adverse weather conditions, accessing difficult or remote locations, and ensuring personal safety around electrical infrastructure. These challenges can be addressed by adhering to strict safety protocols, using appropriate personal protective equipment, and utilizing specialized tools or technology (like drones or mobile inspection apps) to streamline data collection. Additionally, maintaining clear communication with utility teams and participating in ongoing training can help inspectors stay prepared and effective in the field.

What is the difference between Pole Inspector vs Lineworker?

AspectPole InspectorLineworker
CertificationsClimbing and safety certifications, pole inspection licensesClimbing, safety, and electrical certifications
Work EnvironmentInspecting utility poles, often outdoors, at heightsInstalling, repairing, and maintaining power lines, outdoors at heights
Industry UsageUtility companies, infrastructure inspectionElectric utility companies, construction

While both Pole Inspectors and Lineworkers work outdoors at heights and require safety certifications, Pole Inspectors focus on inspecting and assessing poles for safety and integrity, whereas Lineworkers perform installation and repair of power lines. The roles often overlap in outdoor utility environments, but their primary responsibilities differ.

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Pole Inspector jobs near you
Infographic showing various Pole Inspector job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,686 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Engineering Supervisor - Westborough

Osmose Corporate

Westborough, MA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Osmose Utilities Services rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

About Osmose

With 85 years of experience, Osmose proudly serves the electric utility and telecommunications industries across the U.S., helping enable the delivery of safe, reliable and affordable electricity and communications services to millions of customers nationwide. We are the industry leader in wood and steel structure condition assessment, life-extension and rehabilitation services. Our mission is to accurately inspect and mitigate aging infrastructure in a planned, programmatic manner that minimizes owner costs while maximizing benefits.

Headquartered in Peachtree City, Georgia, with satellite offices in Atlanta, Buffalo-Depew, Syracuse, Boston-Westborough and Secaucus, NJ, the Osmose footprint extends throughout the country. Our employees are inspired to perform each and every day by our core values of integrity, customer focus, safety, respect, excellence, flexibility, efficiency and ownership. Our staff and field personnel represent some of the most tenured, well trained, and innovative professionals in the industry.

Osmose is currently seeking an Engineering Supervisor to provide direct oversight of the activities of engineering technicians and data analysts as well as ensure processing, production, quality and schedules are met for project success.

Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership, training, and guidance to technicians; evaluate performance and coach employees; manage time off requests and approve timesheets.
  • Participate in all project related internal and external communications including status reports, conference calls, and staff meetings.
  • Provide guidance related to training requirements for new and existing Technicians.
  • Update and maintain O-Calc Pro catalogs per customer standards and requirements.
  • Ensure projects are completed within scope of work as well as within schedule.
  • Perform Pole Loading Analyses (PLA) and Make Ready Engineering (MRE) designs using O-Calc Pro.
  • Create analysis reports of PLAs and MREs as part of the customer deliverables.
  • Use data/project management systems to document and track model progress.
  • Consult with Osmose field personnel and customer contacts during project setup to evaluate field data collection, data processing, data validation, quality control validations for use by field foremen/technicians when necessary.
Qualifications
  • Must have experience using O-Calc Pro or similar software and knowledge of NESC and/or GO95 standards to perform MRE and PLAs; experience using Notify, NJUNS, SPANS, or other similar systems preferred.
  • Understanding of basic engineering concepts, such as strength of materials, loads on structures and member forces, and reactions is desired.
  • Understanding of the pole data collection process as well as the tools and methods.
  • Experience using data/project management systems to document and track model progress.
  • Experience with GIS desired.
  • Ability to work on assigned tasks with minimum direction and input from management.
  • Must have previous experience leading others in a high productivity work environment.
Benefits

Come grow with us! Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Occasional work from home opportunities
  • Annual bonus-eligible
  • Medical Insurance and Health Savings Account with company contribution
  • Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD, LTD, Critical Illness Plan and more!
  • 401(k) with excellent company match
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick, floating holidays)

Osmose is an Equal Opportunity employer. EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet

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