LS SUE Field Technician 1

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

Atlas is seeking a Field Technician 1 to join our Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) team in Atlanta, Georgia. This role is for an entry level field technician who is willing to learn field processes and procedures in order to complete SUE field work for DOT and utility companies. This role requires that the applicant be able to learn how to drive and operate an Atlas vacuum excavation truck that is used to collect Quality Level A SUE information. This role can provide growth for the applicant to be promoted to crew lead role as a SUE field technician 2 with training and demonstrated technical proficiency.

Core Responsibilities

• Obtain information and direction from office staff and work in the field to locate underground utilities using a variety of methods.
• Assist SUE and survey field crews in performing utility surveys, field investigations, and utility locating activities to identify underground utilities within project areas.
• Learn to operate and maintain field equipment, including vacuum excavation equipment used to collect Quality Level A utility information, while ensuring the accuracy of field work and calculations.
• Prepare complete and accurate field notes, utility sketches, and documentation of locating procedures and results for office use.
• Interface effectively with office staff and field team members to communicate project information, support schedules and budgets, and complete utility locating projects efficiently and accurately.
• Maintain crew vehicles and equipment and adhere to all company safety procedures while working outdoors in varying conditions and travel as required to support project needs.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced field environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with team members, clients, and office staff.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) and survey standards.
• Prior SUE experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work overtime, travel as needed, and support projects in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping, bending, standing for extended periods, and working in varying terrain.
• Commitment to working safely and following all company safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including occasional assignments lasting up to two weeks.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.

Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!