Subsurface (Underground) Utility Engineering Technician

About The Job:

The client is looking for a Subsurface (Underground) Utility Engineering Technician.

What you will Do:

• Read and interpret utility plans/maps to identify the type and size of subsurface utilities.
• Maintain and operate various utility designating equipment to locate and mark subsurface utilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
• Maintain and operate vacuum excavation equipment to expose (test hole) targeted utilities.
• Collect field data, create sketches, take photos, and complete checklists to document investigation findings.
• Produce detailed, accurate, and reliable field data and reports.
• Communicate and coordinate with coworkers, clients, and utility representatives.
• Participate in QA/QC project reviews.

What you Need:

• Experience: 2+years of experience in SUE or 3+years in private locating experience; demonstrated experience with multiple utility types and operating a variety of relevant utility detection tools; addition of surveying experience with CAD software and GIS applications is a plus.
• Software: Microsoft Office Suite; ability to quickly learn and understand new software.
• Knowledge: SUE principles, utility types, advanced designating methods; basic understanding of construction plans, maps and engineering drawings.
• Travel: Able to travel and work nights/weekends as project schedules require.
• Safety: Valid driver's license with insurable driving record; able to pass background check, preemployment and random drug screens; able to walk equivalent of several miles daily and lift up to 80bls. consistently.