SUE Technician

Egis Group • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The SUE Technician combines field and office responsibilities supporting subsurface utility engineering projects. The role requires a strong understanding of utility locating technologies, utility coordination practices, and applicable ASCE standards. The technician performs utility designation and investigations, collects and documents geospatial utility data, supports utility test-hole operations, and helps develop utility maps, databases, sketches, and other deliverables. The position also coordinates with project stakeholders and may train and mentor junior technicians, depending on experience level.

Field work includes locating and marking underground utilities, researching and interpreting utility records and plans, collecting survey data, documenting utility conditions and conflicts, and maintaining project records while following safety requirements. Office work includes organizing collected data, supporting utility mapping and database development, preparing deliverables, coordinating with utility owners, and assisting with quality control and project execution.

The role requires outdoor work in varying weather, travel locally and regionally as needed, and work in active construction and roadway environments. Egis describes opportunities for professional development and lists a total rewards program that includes health coverage, retirement benefits, leave, wellness support, and education assistance. Flexible or remote work arrangements may be available where business needs allow.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in SUE, utility locating, surveying, or utility engineering support.
• Demonstrated experience leading field investigations and utility designation projects.
• Experience operating electromagnetic utility locating equipment.
• Ability to read engineering plans, utility records, and construction drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally as required.
• Advanced understanding of ASCE 38 utility quality levels.
• Experience coordinating with utility owners and project stakeholders.
• Ability to train and mentor junior staff.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, and traverse uneven terrain for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate field vehicles and utility locating equipment.
• Ability to work in active construction corridors and roadway environments.
• Applicants who accept an offer must successfully complete pre-employment screening, including identity, motor vehicle, education, employment, criminal, sanctions/watch-list, and drug checks.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree.
• Utility locating certifications.
• Geomatics, surveying, or GIS experience.
• Experience with Trimble GPS equipment.
• Experience with total stations.
• Experience with Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR).
• Experience with GIS software.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with MicroStation.
• Knowledge of state DOT utility requirements.
• Experience supporting transportation, roadway, bridge, aviation, or municipal infrastructure projects.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform utility designation in accordance with ASCE 38 standards.
• Locate and mark underground utilities using electromagnetic locating equipment.
• Conduct utility investigations for public and private utility systems.
• Perform field reconnaissance and utility inventory collection.
• Measure accessible storm and sanitary manholes and inlets.
• Read and interpret utility records, maps, plans, and as-built drawings.
• Collect utility survey data using GPS, total stations, and other geospatial equipment.
• Document utility conflicts and underground infrastructure conditions.
• Support vacuum-excavation utility test-hole operations and verify utility locations.
• Maintain accurate daily field notes and project documentation.
• Follow project safety requirements and company policies.
• Provide field training and mentorship to junior crew members on subsurface utility data collection.
• Process and organize field-collected utility data.
• Assist with utility mapping and utility database development.
• Prepare utility designation sketches and deliverables.
• Review utility records and coordinate with utility owners.
• Support project managers and SUE professionals in project execution.
• Assist with quality-control reviews of SUE deliverables.
• Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, utility owners, contractors, and public agencies.
• Support project schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
• Participate in project planning meetings and utility coordination efforts.
• Mentor junior technicians as experience level warrants (Technician III).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and flexible holiday program.
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow.
• Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Paid family leave.
• Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being.
• Education assistance, professional development, and continuing learning opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.

What This Job Offers

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