SUE Technician III

Colliers Engineering & Design•Cincinnati, OH

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a SUE Technician III to join its SUE Services team in Hamilton, Ohio. The role supports infrastructure projects by identifying, verifying, and mapping underground utilities to reduce project risks and prevent utility conflicts during design and construction. The Subsurface Utility Engineering team uses geospatial technologies, industry practices, and data from multiple sources to deliver reliable utility information. The technician works alongside experienced professionals and contributes to regional SUE and geospatial projects.

Requirements

Five or more years of SUE experience using electromagnetic and geophysical designating technologies.
Prior survey experience or interest in learning survey work.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to travel occasionally (50%) and work overtime.
Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related written communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and ongoing participation in the employer's random drug and alcohol testing program.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience with vacuum excavation preferred.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret utility records, as-built and survey drawings, and highway design plans.
Designate existing utilities using electromagnetic and geophysical technologies.
Collaborate with Project Managers and Discipline Leads on project needs and requirements.
Operate and drive a vacuum excavation truck and perform test holes to expose utilities.
Utilize appropriate maintenance of traffic.
Call One-Call tickets.
Coordinate survey work in relation to SUE.
Supervise field crew activities.
Train junior crew members as needed.
Represent Colliers Engineering & Design in the field and communicate and coordinate with utility companies and clients.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid pregnancy disability leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
Straight-time compensation for exempt employees' billable hours exceeding 40 in a work week.
Education reimbursement.
Free in-house access to hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses.
Mentorship program.
Wellness program.
Women’s Organization.
Ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Safe and comfortable work environment.
Potential for career advancement.
Company-sponsored activities.