Subsurface Utility Technician

ESP Associates, Inc.•Hendersonville, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ESP Associates is seeking a Subsurface Utility Technician to join its team in Hendersonville, North Carolina. The role supports subsurface utility engineering (SUE) and utility-mapping field operations using conventional, robotic, and GPS surveying equipment, and includes completing daily field documentation. It is an opportunity for a field professional to develop their career at a multidisciplinary engineering, surveying, and planning firm. The position includes out-of-town travel, with meal per diem and lodging provided, and work is subject to outdoor environmental conditions. Candidates must pass a drug screen and background check and have a satisfactory driving record under the company’s motor vehicle record policy.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of conventional, robotic, and GPS surveying functions, including static, fast static, RTK, and VRS.
Experience with Trimble data collection equipment, GPS receivers, and robotic total stations.
Must pass a drug screen and background check.
Must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.
Ability to work in outdoor environmental conditions.
Position includes out-of-town travel.

Nice To Haves

Land surveying experience preferred.
SUE and utility mapping experience is a plus.
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, navigation programs, and Trimble Data Transfer is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform utility mapping and SUE fieldwork using conventional, robotic, and GPS surveying methods, including static, fast static, RTK, and VRS.
Operate Trimble data collection equipment, GPS receivers, and robotic total stations.
Download and submit daily field data files.
Prepare and organize field sketches and digital photographs.
Complete daily checklists, timesheets, and vehicle navigation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses.
401(k) Traditional and Roth plans with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2%; eligibility after 60 days.
Paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
Four hours of volunteer time off each year, prorated during the first year based on hire date.
Tiered health, vision, and dental insurance options; eligibility after 30 days.
Behavioral medicine through Teladoc.
Employer-paid short-term disability insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Pet insurance.
Education reimbursement opportunities.
Flexible and dependent benefits plan.
Referral bonuses.
Meal per diem and lodging for out-of-town travel.