Entry Level GIS Tech

Job Description Actively seeking an entry level technician to help design and inspect overhead and underground electrical distribution equipment, compiling field data, preparing minor work orders, and maintaining reports of distribution equipment. The individual will measure and map out Low Voltage Distribution systems, identify and record electrical equipment on poles, and perform various field technical services for the operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems. Responsibilities + Conduct visual inspections of overhead and underground electrical distribution equipment. + Compile field data, prepare minor work orders, and maintain detailed reports. + Measure and map out Low Voltage Distribution (LVD) systems. + Identify and record electrical equipment on poles. + Perform system inventories, audits, joint use management, permitting, pad-mount inspections, ground-line pole inspections, metering and apparatus services, and lighting audits. + Utilize laptops, tablets, GPS, and other electronic devices for field data collection. + Develop a working knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), electric utility construction standards, and communication facilities. + Operate equipment like height sticks and range finders to take accurate measurements. + Perform pole inspections and maintenance on pad-mount equipment. + Achieve weekly billable goals as defined by project guidelines. Qualifications: + Bacheloru2019s or associateu2019s degree in engineering technology, Environmental Studies, GIS, etc. + 0-1 Years of experience + Previous experience working in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, or MS Excel/MS Suite applications, etc. + Proven leadership and technical skills to take ownership of your work. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dayton, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Dayton,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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 Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at .

Created: 2026-04-20