Job Title: Field Technician

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Field Service Technician to join our team in Sarasota, FL. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working outdoors and a keen interest in mechanical and technical tasks. This role involves conducting field inspections and investigations to collect high-quality and accurate data.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections and investigations by collecting high-quality and accurate data.
• Conduct manhole inspections to record various structure attributes and identify defects.
• Perform smoke testing and record defects encountered.
• Measure wastewater flows during non-peak usage through night flow isolations.
• Conduct dye testing, including dye water tracing and dye water flooding.
• Install and maintain open channel flow metering equipment for flow monitoring.
• Work in confined spaces, including sanitary sewer manholes.
• Walk outside through various terrain in extreme heat and cold.

Essential Skills

• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Willingness to work in and around open sanitary sewer lines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Confined Space Entry certification.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good technical skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous skilled trade experience preferred but not required.
• Mechanical or technical aptitude.
• Experience in trades, surveying, or SUE Techs is a plus.
• Comfortable working in an outdoor environment.

Work Environment

This position requires working outside for long periods daily, often in extreme weather conditions. The primary responsibility involves digging in yards to uncover water lines adjacent to the water meter to verify the pipe material. The role allows for independent work without constant supervision and provides opportunities to learn data analysis functions. The company culture encourages innovation and new ideas. The work performed contributes to environmental protection by preventing cave-ins and sewage leaks or spill-overs.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sarasota,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 3, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $19 - $21