SUE Technician

LaBella Associates•Buffalo, NY

1d•$24 - $30

About The Position

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a SUE Technician opening in our Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, or Ithaca, NY office. LaBella fosters a team-oriented atmosphere and emphasizes unparalleled client services. As a SUE Project Manager for LaBella, you will assist with all SUE activities for land surveying and multi-disciplinary projects. You will be integral to the safe and accurate identification, mapping, and surveying of utility systems. You’ll have the chance to lead daily field operations, working alongside a skilled team of technicians, engineers, and surveyors.

Requirements

AAS or BS degree in a technology discipline such as land surveying, engineering, geology, forestry, or landscape architecture.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in equal or related position of responsibility demonstrating past management experience, utility design and coordination.
Previous SUE experience in an engineering design environment.
Knowledge of utility designation, records research, and field operations documentation.
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of land surveying systems, procedures & technology.
Self-motivated, self-starter with the ability to work in a team environment and independently.
Maintain a current driver’s license in good standing and able to operate company owned vehicles.
Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Carlson and Inroads software is a plus.
Experience with DOT, municipal, or public utility projects.
OSHA Safety certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain SUE utility locating and designating equipment (electromagnetic induction and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) to accurately identify and map subsurface utilities.
Ability to read and interpret utility prints, design plans, and map utility infrastructure.
Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and experience managing field crews.
Assist with the day-to-day operations of the field and office Team on a variety of SUE projects.
Participate in weekly scheduling and coordination meetings with the project team.
Prepare detailed, accurate daily reports, field sketches, and forms both electronically and by hand.
Assist with the QA/QC of final SUE deliverables.
Represents the land survey group on multi-discipline project teams.
Collaborate with other disciplines to identify opportunities for SUE services.
Ensures maintenance of existing technology.
Manages archiving of records.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks.
Other duties as assigned.