SUE Technician I

McKim and Creed • Jacksonville, FL

12d

About The Position

SUE Technician I is an entry-level position working under the direction of the SUE Analyst on projects involving locating underground utilities and marking them with paint and flags. The technician produces accurate field sketches of findings for client use. The role involves safely operating field equipment, exercising caution around utility facilities, and assisting with maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and work sites. Daily travel is expected, with occasional overnight travel; during busy periods, the position may require 50-hour workweeks.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to walk outdoors for long periods across urban, suburban, and rural terrain and work in adverse conditions, including heat, cold, hills, swamps, wildlife, insects, and high-traffic areas.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, carry equipment, and operate equipment as needed on projects.
• Availability for daily travel; occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Ability to work 50 hours during busy periods.
• Ability to work unsupervised when required.
• Background and motor vehicle checks, and pre-employment drug screening, are conditions of employment.
• Self-motivated, with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Motivated to learn and develop a career path.
• Alignment with McKim & Creed’s Core Values.
• Sound functional and technical skills for the role.

Nice To Haves

• Specialized training from a vocational-technical school.
• Rod person or instrument person experience.
• Current Commercial Driver’s License.
• Prior experience; the company is willing to train.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities and designate them with paint and flags.
• Produce accurate field sketches of field results for client use.
• Safely operate SUE field equipment and other geophysical means.
• Exercise extreme caution near or around utility facilities and follow job-site safety parameters.
• Assist with maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and work sites.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); employees are owners and benefit from profits earned.
• Competitive pay.
• Paid holidays.
• Bereavement, parental, medical, and military leave.
• Multiple office locations.
• Growth opportunities, mentoring, and training.
• Tuition reimbursement, an early-career professional program, online courses, and other professional development.
• Collaborative and supportive team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED