SUE Field Technician III

SAM, LLC • Greenwood Village, CO

3d

About The Position

The SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering) Field Technician III designates, documents, and maps utilities in rural and urban environments. The role requires advanced technical expertise, field leadership, and coordination with clients, utility owners, service providers, and internal teams to deliver high-quality project outcomes. The position may involve travel as part of the work.

The technician leads 2D and 3D QL-B mapping projects with up to two crews, conducts field surveys and vacuum excavation, collects accurate horizontal and vertical data, and prepares project documentation and reports. The role also oversees vacuum excavation and backfilling under complex conditions and ensures required safety certifications and standards are maintained.

Requirements

• Experience as a lead on SUE QL-A and QL-B field crews.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards.

Nice To Haves

• 4–5 years of SUE field experience preferred.
• Previous role as a project-level field supervisor on SUE QL-A and QL-B projects preferred.
• Surveying experience preferred.
• Military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Designate utilities using geophysical equipment.
• Perform field surveys, document projects, and conduct vacuum excavation for utility exposure.
• Collect data and complete vault diagrams for 3D QL-B mapping.
• Lead 2D and 3D QL-B mapping projects with up to two crews.
• Oversee vacuum excavation and backfilling under complex conditions.
• Coordinate with clients, field crews, office staff, project managers, utility owners, and service providers.
• Operate geophysical and survey equipment for utility mapping.
• Use RTK GPR and total stations to collect accurate horizontal and vertical data.
• Collect vertical data for gravity flow systems using levels.
• Prepare Structures Data Reports and analyze utility plans and records.
• Maintain required safety certifications and adhere to safety standards.

Benefits

• BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage beginning the month after hire.
• Dental plans and free vision coverage for employees.
• Company-paid long-term disability and life insurance premiums.
• HSA and FSA plans.
• SAM Cares holistic well-being program.
• Employee referral rewards of $1,000, $2,500, or $5,000.
• Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Optional cellphone stipend.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Parental leave.
• Customized career development plans for licensing and certifications.
• Project Manager Business Academy.
• CAD Training Program.
• Individual Development Plans and Career Check-Ins.
• SAM WINS women-focused leadership and development initiative.
• Milestone Anniversary Recognition.
• SAMbassador mentorship program.
• Perks at Work discounts on wellness, travel, leisure, and everyday purchases.
• Company-sponsored events.
• Free office snacks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed