SUE Field Technician II

Surveying and Mapping, Inc • Bedford, NH

25d

About The Position

The SUE Field Technician II supports Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) projects by designating, locating, and documenting underground utilities in both rural and urban environments. This role involves using advanced geophysical and survey equipment, vacuum excavation, and field data collection to ensure accurate and high-quality utility mapping.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Ability to travel for extended periods of time
• Thorough understanding of ASCE 38 guidelines and associated quality levels
• (4-5) years of SUE field experience preferred
• Experience working as a "lead" on SUE QL-A & QL-B field crew required
• Experience working as a project level field supervisor on SUE QL-A & QL-B projects preferred
• Survey experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Designate all types of utilities in rural and urban environments using geophysical equipment, project field documentation and survey, and oversee vacuum excavation to expose utilities
• Obtain and maintain all required safety certifications
• Manage individual 2D QL-B (2DB) & 3D QL-B (3DB) mapping projects
• Select and apply non-standard surface geophysical equipment and accessories to accurately designate complex public and private underground utility systems for 2DB & 3DB mapping projects
• Collect data for and complete vault diagram forms for 3DB mapping projects
• Employ total station survey equipment to collect horizontal data for 2DB mapping projects and QL-A test holes. General survey experience is preferred
• Employ RTK GPR survey equipment to collect horizontal and vertical data for 3DB mapping projects
• Employ automatic or digital levels and associated equipment to collect vertical data from structures associated with gravity flow utility systems
• Collect data for and complete Structures Data Reports for structures associated with gravity flow utility systems
• Coordinate with clients, utility owners, property owners, etc. in the field
• Coordinate with providers of traffic control, off duty officers, saw cutting and other 3rd party services in the field.

Benefits

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
• Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
• Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
• Perks and Discounts: Access to "Perks at Work" for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
• Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees