SUE Technician IV

KCI Technologies Inc.•Fairfax, IA

About The Position

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a SUE Technician IV to perform subsurface utility locating and designation work. The position is similar to that of a utility locator or designator and requires experience using multiple types of pipe and cable locating devices, including Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), as well as experience in Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) according to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). The role may involve safely operating and maintaining a vacuum excavation truck and related equipment, and supervising multiple two- and three-person crews. The technician designates and locates underground utilities, interprets as-built drawings and roadway plans, creates legible field sketches, conducts records research, and performs equipment maintenance as needed. The role includes traffic-control and safety responsibilities, such as selecting and implementing maintenance-of-traffic signage, holding monthly safety meetings, identifying hazards, and creating corrective action plans. The position requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a DOT Medical card for commercial motor vehicle operation. Work may involve lifting, extended periods of walking, all-weather conditions, evenings or weekends, and overnight or extended travel when required. KCI describes itself as a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. It offers a competitive compensation package, family-friendly benefits, a collaborative environment, and training, mentoring, and resources for career advancement.

Requirements

At least 4 years of relevant work experience; the role description specifies 4–8 years of utility locating or utility designating experience.
Experience in Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) according to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).
Ability to accurately designate and locate various subsurface utilities in varied site conditions.
Ability to follow instructions and train and mentor crews with a positive, can-do attitude.
Leadership and mentoring skills.
Valid current driver’s license.
Ability to obtain a Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical card for Commercial Motor Vehicle operation.
Ability to maintain required certifications.
Ability to lift 50 pounds, walk for extended periods, and work in all weather conditions.
Willingness to work evenings and weekends when required and travel for overnight and extended-stay projects as required.
Must complete pre-employment drug screening; background and motor vehicle checks may be required based on the position.

Nice To Haves

Surveying experience.
CADD experience.
Vacuum excavation truck experience.
Current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
NULCA or other certification.
Ability to perform equipment maintenance tasks.
Mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

Designate and locate a variety of underground utilities using appropriate locating devices, including Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR).
Select and implement appropriate maintenance-of-traffic signage and follow safety precautions.
Safely and efficiently operate and maintain a vacuum excavation truck and related equipment, if required.
Understand and interpret as-built drawings and roadway plans.
Create legible field sketches and perform records research.
Supervise multiple two- and three-person crews and provide training and mentoring.
Hold monthly safety meetings, identify potential hazards, and create corrective action plans when hazards are recognized.
Perform equipment maintenance tasks and other duties as assigned.