Entry Level Field Technician (SUE/ Survey)

Job Title: Level Field Technician (SUE/Survey)Job Description

We are seeking motivated entry-level SUE/Survey Technicians to join our expanding team in Sanford, FL. This outdoor position involves heavy lifting and labor-intensive tasks. As part of the team, you will gain valuable training in the technical aspects of Survey and Utility Locating, offering a long-term career opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy labor tasks, including digging, site setup, vacuum truck operation, and site clean-up.
• Conduct minor maintenance and troubleshoot operating problems on vacuum systems and vehicles.
• Clean and maintain vehicles, work sites, and equipment.
• Select and apply appropriate geophysical prospecting equipment to designate non-complex underground utility layouts accurately.
• Comprehend and interpret utility and highway design plans, atlases, and record drawings.
• Complete paperwork legibly and accurately, including record keeping and simple mathematics.
• Set up maintenance of traffic and conduct basic field measurements and geophysical prospecting as instructed.

Essential Skills

• High school education or GED.
• Ability and willingness to perform heavy labor.
• Capability to work outside in extreme heat and weather.
• Valid driver"s license and ability to pass an MVR check.
• Willingness to travel extensively, possibly up to 5 days during the week.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous utility locating or survey experience is a plus.

Work Environment

This role operates in an outdoor environment, working closely with a crew of 2-3 individuals. The position offers exposure to cutting-edge technology and provides opportunities for significant overtime. As a family-owned business, we prioritize employees" well-being over corporate bureaucracy, ensuring they are not just numbers. We offer competitive benefits, including healthcare and paid time off, once permanent. Employees have opportunities for raises and career advancement based on performance, with rapid progression for motivated and reliable individuals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sanford, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $15.00/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 onsite position in Sanford,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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.

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