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Fielding Technician (Pole Surveyor) – Utility Infrastructure Projects
Leidos
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About this role
Join our team as a Telecommunication Field Technician , supporting critical utility and telecom infrastructure projects through accurate field data collection and analysis. ENTRUST/Leidos is a leader in engineering and consulting services, delivering innovative and reliable solutions across electric, gas, and digital network systems. In this role, you will support fielding activities that ensure safe, efficient design, permitting, and project execution.
What You’ll Do: • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot telecom and field equipment on-site
• Perform field visits, inspections, and data collection at utility and telecom locations
• Collect accurate data for permits, easements, and right-of-way documentation
• Identify pole attachments and interpret field notes, maps, schematics, and drawings
• Provide on-site technical support to customers and end users
• Interact professionally with clients, property owners, contractors, and developers
• Traverse challenging or remote terrain to complete field assignments
• Collaborate with internal teams and other divisions to support project needs
• Follow all safety guidelines and ensure proper use of PPE at all times
• Maintain accurate and detailed records, including service reports, job documentation, time tracking, mileage, and materials used
• Produce clear, timely, and accurate field documentation and correspondence
What We Offer: • A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, r etirement program with a company match , tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.
• The specific amount within this range will be influenced by the work location and various factors, such as internal equity, professional skills, work experience, and pertinent education or training. Benefits offered include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and retirement program with company match. Also offered are tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans. HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available. These benefits are subject to employee contribution amounts generally set annually. Full-time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours.
Minimum Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of previous experience in telecommunications and/or electrical utilities
Preferred Qualifications: • Knowledge in handling tools, equipment, and instruments required for installation, maintenance, or repairs
• Knowledge in reading technical manuals, schematics, or diagrams
• Knowledge with easements and right of ways
• Skill to be a problem solver with identifying and diagnosing technical issues in a timely manner
• Ability to work independently while also being a reliable team player
• Ability to perform tasks that may require lifting heavy equipment, crawling in tight spaces, or working at heights
• Ability to travel to different client sites and work in various environments
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Original Posting: September 1, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range: Pay Range $35,100.00 - $63,450.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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