SUE Technician I (Utility Locator)

McKim and Creed • Tampa, FL

6d

About The Position

The SUE Technician is an entry-level position that works 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 results for client use. The role involves safely operating field equipment, exercising caution around utility facilities, following job-site safety parameters, and helping maintain vehicles, equipment, and work sites. Other duties may be assigned.

The position requires outdoor work across urban, suburban, and rural terrain, including adverse conditions. Daily travel is required, with occasional overnight travel possible. During busy periods, the role may require working 50 hours.

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 it 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.
• Satisfactory background and motor vehicle checks, and completion of pre-employment drug screening, are conditions of employment.
• Self-motivated, with an entrepreneurial spirit, excellent problem-solving skills, motivation to learn and develop a career path, alignment with McKim & Creed’s Core Values, and sound functional and technical skills.

Nice To Haves

• Specialized training from a vocational-technical school.
• Rod person or instrument person experience.
• Current Commercial Driver’s License.
• Experience is welcomed, but 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, and online courses.
• Collaborative and supportive team.

What This Job Offers

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