Field Operations Technician
About the job
- At least 1 year of experience in field installation, technical support, or a related role.
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- A valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
- Ability to provide clear direction and effectively oversee contractors and line crew personnel.
- Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate professionally with cross-functional teams, crew members, and utility customers.
- Ability to work independently in the field and adapt to dynamic and changing environments.
- Strong proficiency in spoken and written English.
- Plan and oversee installation of devices on electric poles in remote areas, ensuring adherence to project timelines, specifications, safety standards, and local permits.
- Work closely with line crews by providing clear instructions, guidance, troubleshooting, and supervision during installation.
- Act as a liaison between Gridware and utility companies, local authorities, and community members to facilitate communication and build positive relationships.
- Use internal tools to maintain accurate records of installation activities, including site conditions, issues encountered, and corrective actions taken.
- Conduct site assessments and verify readiness for installation, addressing technical challenges encountered during setup.
- Additional technical certifications.
- Knowledge of utility infrastructure, installation techniques, and safety regulations.
- Proficiency in using GPS/GIS mapping tools or other outdoor mapping platforms.
- Experience working with or as utility contractors, particularly pole inspection companies.
About the company
Gridware provides a sensor-based platform that monitors electrical grid assets in real time by placing sensors on power poles. Real-time data from pole-mounted sensors is sent to analytics that detect imminent faults and wildfire hazards, enabling preventive maintenance. It differentiates itself with pole-mounted hardware and predictive analytics aimed specifically at reducing wildfire risk in wildfire-prone regions. Its goal is to improve public safety and grid reliability while lowering outages and wildfire-related liabilities for utilities.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Series B
Total Funding
$97.3M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2020
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Gridware raised $55 million on November 17, 2025 for global expansion.
- Gridware now serves 18 major customers and nearly 30 utilities, according to 2026 reporting.
- PG&E cited a July 2024 Gridscope alert that averted a possible wildfire.
What critics are saying
- PG&E’s 2026-2028 plan prioritizes undergrounding 1,077 miles, reducing sensor dependence.
- Utility sales cycles run through multiyear regulatory processes, slowing Gridware revenue conversion.
- Rivals from drones, AI weather, and hardened infrastructure can displace Gridware’s wedge.
What makes Gridware unique
- Gridware’s Gridscope detects vibration, sound, and light before ignitions start.
- PG&E deployed over 10,000 Gridware devices across 900 circuit miles by 2025.
- S&C bundled Gridscope with TripSaver II on March 5, 2025.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Commuter Benefits
- Company-paid training