SUE Technician II (Utility Locator)

OVERVIEW: Requiring 3-5 years of experience as a SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering) Technician or Utility Locator, the SUE Tech II assists in the coordination of a field crew ensuring quality of work and safety. Must be able to interpret maps; knowledge of underground utility systems is a must. Requires a lot of walking outside year-round through all kinds of terrain and in extreme heat and cold.

DURINGYOURWORKDAY,YOUWILL:

•  Utilize maps, records, and other resources to accurately locate underground utility lines.
•  Utilize Subsurface Utility Engineering field equipment: ground penetrating radar, electromagnetic designating equipment, sewer camera, probe rod, jackhammer, chop saw, pneumatic tampers, vacuum excavation equipment, and other geophysical means using all safety protocols, industry standards and guidelines.
•  Collaborate with construction crews and contractors to ensure the safe excavation and installation of utilities.
•  Maintain accurate records of utility locations and updates.
•  Conduct regular inspections and assessments to identify potential hazards or issues.
•  Assist with maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and work sites.
•  Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
•  May perform other duties as assigned.

WHATYOU’LLNEED: 

•  High School/GED or equivalent preferred.
•  Minimum 3 to 5 years of progressive experience as a utility locator or SUE Technician.
•  Strong knowledge of underground utility systems and the ability to interpret maps and records.
•  Familiarity with utility locating equipment, such as electromagnetic locators and ground-penetrating radar.
•  Ability to walk outdoors for long periods of time through all kinds of terrain, including urban, suburban, and rural locations, and working under adverse conditions (heat, cold, hills, swamps, wildlife & insects, high traffic areas).
•  Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
•  Occasional overnight travel may be required.
•  Work 50 hours during busy periods.
•  Ability to lift 50 pounds, carry, and operate equipment as needed on the project.
•  Ability to travel daily.
•  Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work in fast-paced environments.
•  Can work unsupervised when required.
•  Background & motor vehicle checks, and pre-employment drug screening are conditions of employment

 WHATWILLMAKEYOUSTANDOUT:

•  Current Commercial Driver’s License is a plus.
•  Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
•  Excellent problem-solving skills.
•  Familiarity with 811 ticket managing.
•  Motivated to learn and develop your career path.
•  Aligned to McKim & Creed’s core values and culture.
•  Sound functional/technical skills in the role

WHATWEOFFER: Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, you will be joining a company that puts its employees first. Here are a few compelling reasons to join the McKim & Creed team:

• EmployeeStockOwnershipPlan(ESOP): ALL employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
• Competitivepay: PLUS paid holidays, bereavement, parental, medical, and military leave
• Multipleofficelocationstoworkfrom: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
• Growthopportunities&training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training programs
• Professionaldevelopment: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more 
• Workthatmakesadifference: See the direct impact your work has communities we serve, which is most like a community you live 
• Collaborative,supportiveteam: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team. If you want to work at a company that will help improve the future of the communities where we live, work and play, McKim & Creed is where you want to be.

McKim&CreedisanEqualOpportunityandAffirmativeActionEmployer,andVEVRAAFederalContractorandwillconsiderallqualifiedapplicantsforemploymentwithoutregardtorace,color,religion,sex,sexualorientation,genderidentity,nationalorigin,protectedveteranstatusordisabilitystatusandmaintainsaDrugFreeWorkplace.

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