SUE Tech II

WSP•Mooresville, NC

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a SUE Technician II. This position can work out of any of our offices in Mooresville, Charlotte, or Raleigh, NC and support our Southeast Region Geospatial / Surveying Team. This Opportunity The successful candidate will be part of a team conducting Subsurface Utility Engineering of all levels. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with an exceptional management team, highly regarded in the market, and within a supportive and collaborative company culture. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a robust and rapidly growing Geospatial team offering ongoing training/mentoring and promotional opportunities, as well as a stable backlog. Candidates with a BS degree in a relevant discipline and experience will be considered. For information on our Geospatial team, follow this link - https://vimeo.com/390798645/f3e8decde8.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
2+ years of experience in the SUE industry.
Ability to work independently, and as part of a diverse team.
Willing to learn, analytical, detail oriented, goal driven, problem solver, self-lead.
Possess excellent communication skills.
Partial ability and willing to learn how to use EM and GPR locating equipment.
Familiar with operation vacuum excavation equipment.
Willing to work with vacuum excavation equipment.
Partial ability and willing to learn to read utility as-built/schematic records.
Ability to operate or willing to learn operation of survey equipment (conventional and GPS).
Ability to traverse terrain, as project dictates, in all seasons.
Ability to lift up to 100 lbs or work as a team to do so.
Must have a valid driver’s license with acceptable MVR.
Be able to pass criminal background check and drug screening.
Able to work occasional overtime as project timeline dictates.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

BS degree in a relevant discipline and experience

Responsibilities

Assist with development and maintenance of site safety plans.
Create a culture of safety observing and complying with all company and related safety rules.
Assist SUE Analyst with day-to-day duties.
Grow abilities in operation of EM and GPR utility locating equipment.
Assist with ensuring assigned SUE field project tasks and data collection are quality, accurate, and thorough.
Communicate with office staff on project progress, project needs, equipment needs, etc.
Engage in occasional contact with client personnel to schedule and coordinate project activities.
Operate vacuum excavation equipment independent of Analyst at times.
Drive and operate company vehicles.
Develop abilities to lead crew.
Remain current in/learn of latest SUE/survey knowledge, techniques, and practices.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.