SUE Technician

ESP Associates•Greensboro, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

ESP Associates is seeking an experienced SUE Technician to join its team in Greensboro, North Carolina. The role performs subsurface utility engineering field operations, including utility designation, records research, utility mapping, and field documentation. It offers an opportunity for an experienced utility locator to continue their career with a multidisciplinary engineering, surveying, and planning firm. The position involves out-of-town travel, with meal per diem and lodging provided, and work subject to outdoor environmental conditions.

Requirements

At least 2 years of field experience in utility locating.
Experience interpreting utility records, designating utilities, and field sketching; preferably in an engineering design environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of conventional, robotic, and GPS surveying functions, including static, fast static, RTK, and VRS.
Experience with Trimble data collection, GPS receivers, and robotic total stations.
Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.
Satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.
Ability to work outdoors and travel out of town.

Nice To Haves

Land surveying experience.
Construction experience.
Various SUE skills and utility mapping experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, navigation programs, and Trimble Data Transfer.

Responsibilities

Designate and locate utilities in the field and interpret utility records.
Perform utility mapping using conventional, robotic, and GPS surveying methods.
Operate Trimble data collection equipment, GPS receivers, and robotic total stations.
Download and submit daily field data files.
Prepare and organize field sketches and digital photographs.
Complete daily checklists, timesheets, and vehicle navigation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses.
401(k) Traditional and Roth plans with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2%; eligibility after 60 days.
Paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
Four hours of volunteer time off each year, prorated during the first year based on hire date.
Tiered health, vision, and dental insurance options; eligibility after 30 days.
Behavioral medicine through Teladoc.
Employer-paid short-term disability insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Pet insurance.
Education reimbursement opportunities.
Flexible and dependent benefits plan.
Referral bonuses.
Meal per diem and lodging provided for out-of-town travel.