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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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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How much do seasonal power pole inspection jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal power pole inspection in the United States is $28.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $37.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Seasonal Power Pole Inspection vs Line Clearance Tree Trimming?

AspectSeasonal Power Pole InspectionLine Clearance Tree Trimming
Primary FocusInspecting power poles for damage, wear, and safety issuesRemoving or trimming trees near power lines to prevent outages
CertificationsLineworker or electrical safety certifications often requiredTree trimming or arborist certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, on utility poles, often in various weather conditionsOutdoor, near power lines, in wooded or urban areas
Industry UsageUtility companies, maintenance crewsTree service companies, utility contractors

While both roles involve outdoor work related to power infrastructure, Seasonal Power Pole Inspection focuses on assessing the condition of poles and equipment, whereas Line Clearance Tree Trimming concentrates on managing vegetation to prevent power outages. Both require safety certifications and outdoor work skills, but their primary tasks differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Seasonal Power Pole Inspection job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,571 per year, or $28.6 per hour.
Pole Foreperson

$23 - $24/hr

Full-time, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Grid One Solutions rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job 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 - $24.00 per hour while On-the-job training.
  • 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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