OVERVIEW: Requiring 3-5 years of experience as a SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering) Technician or Utility Locator, the SUE Tech II assists in the coordination of a field crew ensuring quality of work and safety. Must be able to interpret maps; knowledge of underground utility systems is a must. a lot of walking outside year-round through all kinds of terrain and in extreme heat and cold.
DURINGYOURWORKDAY,YOUWILL:
- Utilize maps, records, and other resources to accurately locate underground utility lines.
- Utilize Subsurface Utility Engineering field equipment: ground penetrating radar, electromagnetic designating equipment, sewer camera, probe rod, jackhammer, chop saw, pneumatic tampers, vacuum excavation equipment, and other geophysical means using all safety protocols, industry standards and guidelines.
- Collaborate with construction crews and contractors to ensure the safe excavation and installation of utilities.
- Maintain accurate records of utility locations and updates.
- Conduct regular inspections and assessments to identify potential hazards or issues.
- Assist with maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and work sites.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
WHATYOU’LLNEED:
- High School/GED or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of progressive experience as a utility locator or SUE Technician.
- Strong knowledge of underground utility systems and the ability to interpret maps and records.
- Familiarity with utility locating equipment, such as electromagnetic locators and ground-penetrating radar.
- Ability to walk outdoors for long periods of time through all kinds of terrain, including urban, suburban, and rural locations, and working under adverse conditions (heat, cold, hills, swamps, wildlife & insects, high traffic areas).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Occasional overnight travel may be required.
- Work 50 hours during busy periods.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds, carry, and operate equipment as needed on the project.
- Ability to travel daily.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work in fast-paced environments.
- Can work unsupervised when required.
- Background & motor vehicle checks, and pre-employment drug screening are conditions of employment
WHATWILLMAKEYOUSTANDOUT:
- Current Commercial Driver’s License is a plus.
- Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with 811 ticket managing.
- Motivated to learn and develop your career path.
- Aligned to McKim & Creed’s core values and culture.
- Sound functional/technical skills in the role
WHATWEOFFER: Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, you will be joining a company that puts its employees first. Here are a few compelling reasons to join the McKim & Creed team:
- EmployeeStockOwnershipPlan(ESOP): ALL employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
- Competitivepay: PLUS paid holidays, bereavement, parental, medical, and military leave
- Multipleofficelocationstoworkfrom: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
- Growthopportunities&training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training programs
- Professionaldevelopment: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
- Workthatmakesadifference: See the direct impact your work has communities we serve, which is most like a community you live
- Collaborative,supportiveteam: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team. If you want to work at a company that will help improve the future of the communities where we live, work and play, McKim & Creed is where you want to be.
McKim&CreedisanEqualOpportunityandAffirmativeActionEmployer,andVEVRAAFederalContractorandwillconsiderallqualifiedapplicantsforemploymentwithoutregardtorace,color,religion,sex,sexualorientation,genderidentity,nationalorigin,protectedveteranstatusordisabilitystatusandmaintainsaDrugFreeWorkplace.
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