Utility Locator III (SUE Field Technician)

McKim & Creed, Inc. • Stafford, TX

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

A Utility Locator III is responsible for the operation and management of a Utility Location and Subsurface Utility Engineering “SUE” field crew. Must accurately and efficiently collect field data, locate features, and deliver data to the office, while maintaining accurate records of work and expenses. Problem solver, helpful, analytical, detail oriented, likes structure are beneficial traits for the position.

Requirements

• 5 to 10 year's progressive experience in Utility Locating along with Subsurface Utility Engineering “SUE” field operations, proficiency with SUE locating equipment, proficiency with total stations and GPS, SUE locating equipment and vacuum excavation equipment.
• Individual will have proficient technical skills; behavioral traits of process oriented, steady, helpful, honest, trustworthy, adaptable, analytical, problem solver, likes work alone when required, methodical, consistent, detail oriented, precise, hates mistakes, likes structure.
• Must have a valid driver's license, an acceptable motor vehicle record, cleared criminal background check and negative drug test result.

Nice To Haves

• Some proficiency with ground penetrating radar is desired.
• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Motivated to learn and develop your career path.
• Aligned to McKim & Creed’s Core Values.
• Sound functional/technical skills in the role.

Responsibilities

• Manage a Utility Location and Subsurface Utility Engineering “SUE” field crew.
• Lead with these major objectives in mind: quality (accuracy, thoroughness, clarity, meets regulatory requirements, public relations) of work, safety, meet schedules, within budgets, and responsive service to clients.
• Utilize Subsurface Utility Engineering field equipment such as: ground penetrating radar, electromagnetic designating equipment, sewer camera, probe rod, jackhammer, pneumatic tampers, vacuum excavation equipment, and other geophysical means using all safety protocols, industry standards and guidelines.
• Organize field work and direct crew members, while accurately and efficiently collecting field data, locating features, and deliver data to the office, while maintaining accurate records of work and expenses.
• Some overnight travel will be required.
• Walk around a lot outside year-round through all kinds of terrain and in extreme heat and cold.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): ALL employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
• Competitive pay
• Paid holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Parental leave
• Medical leave
• Military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from
• Growth opportunities & training
• Mentoring & training programs
• Professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development programs
• Online courses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed