Flexforce is hiring Power Distribution Field Technicians to support utility infrastructure inspection programs in the Richmond, Virginia area. This role is responsible for conducting systematic field inspections of above-ground utility assets, collecting condition data, documenting findings, and identifying potential safety or maintenance concerns. The role serves as the eyes and ears of the utility in the field, ensuring accurate asset condition assessment and reporting. This position focuses exclusively on inspection, documentation, and data collection activities. Maintenance, repair, and operational work are performed by utility personnel or designated service providers. This is a full time (40+ hours per week) limited-term role for a duration of 12 months, extendable. Key Responsibilities Conduct scheduled field inspections of utility assets in accordance with established procedures and quality standards. Assess and document equipment condition, including signs of damage, corrosion, leaks, vandalism, or safety concerns. Evaluate site accessibility and identify conditions that may impact maintenance activities or emergency response efforts. Inspect and document vegetation encroachment, erosion, standing water, and other environmental factors affecting asset health. Capture accurate asset information, photographs, GPS data, and inspection records using mobile devices and field data collection applications. Identify and report potential deficiencies, safety hazards, and asset conditions requiring further review. Verify asset identification information and ensure inspection records are complete, accurate, and submitted on time. Follow all safety requirements, operating procedures, and field inspection protocols. Maintain productivity and quality standards while working independently in the field. Communicate inspection findings clearly and professionally with project management and stakeholder teams. Travel throughout assigned service territories to perform inspections. Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. A minimum of 6 months experience as a field technician or inspector. Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record. Ability to work independently and manage daily field assignments. Strong attention to detail and documentation skills. Experience using smartphones, tablets, GPS-enabled devices, and mobile applications. Ability to read maps, follow routes, and navigate field environments. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain. Ability to walk extended distances, stand for long periods, bend, kneel, and carry inspection equipment. For the Power Distribution Field Technician position, the anticipated hourly base pay is $18.00 - $25.00 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).  We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off (vacation, sick, and floating holidays), parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k), and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.  Who We Are: As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level. Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Thank you for your interest in ERM! At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world’s largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world’s leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM’s purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a “boots to boardroom” leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet. ERM Homepage Explore All Open Roles Explore Early Careers Roles Explore Experienced Professional Roles Explore Partnership Roles Quick guides for accessing and managing your ERM Candidate Home account. Create a New Candidate Account Reset Your Candidate Home Password Processing Notice

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