Product Certification Field Technician

Product Certification Field Technician / Electrical Field Inspector Job Description This role combines product certification field work with electrical inspection to ensure that manufacturers’ products, processes, and quality systems comply with nationally recognized safety and quality standards. The technician plans and conducts surveillance inspections, prepares and documents site visits, and supports a portfolio of electrical and electronic manufacturing clients. The position offers a highly flexible schedule, is largely remote, and involves working from home when not traveling to customer sites within a defined territory. Responsibilities Plan and conduct surveillance inspections in accordance with established scheduling requirements and client needs. Prepare for site visits remotely by reviewing documentation, planning inspection activities, and organizing required tools and resources. Document manufacturers’ production and quality processes, including required production tests, test methods, equipment used, and calibration practices. Inspect listed products, sub-assemblies, and components for compliance with certification documents and applicable standards. Review label inventory and label control processes to ensure proper use and traceability of certification marks. Review non-compliances issued during previous inspections, document any unresolved issues, and verify that corrective actions are implemented. Select product samples as directed for further testing or evaluation in accordance with certification requirements. Document all compliance and non-compliance findings during inspections in a clear, thorough, and timely manner. Advise clients on appropriate corrective actions and resolutions for identified non-compliances and follow up as needed. Complete and submit a Follow-up Service Inspection Report for each client inspected, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Communicate inspection results, technical information, and follow-up requirements between facility representatives and internal company personnel. Maintain expenses within established guidelines and accurately track mileage and other reimbursable costs. Create and manage a personal inspection schedule to support 25–30 clients per quarter, balancing on-site visits and remote work. Use quality and inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, and blueprints to verify dimensions, construction details, and product conformity. Apply knowledge of the National Electric Code and relevant product safety standards when evaluating products and installations. Use smart technology (such as tablets, video conferencing, and collaboration tools) to document inspections, communicate with clients, and submit reports. Travel as business needs dictate, including local daily travel and occasional overnight stays within the assigned territory. Troubleshoot issues encountered during inspections and collaborate with clients to resolve technical or compliance-related questions. Support continuous improvement of quality systems by providing feedback on recurring issues and trends observed in the field. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Athens, GA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026. 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. 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 [email protected] for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.