SUE Technician - Survey

WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW: As a SUE Technician at LJA Surveying, you play a critical role in supporting civil design, construction, land surveying, and infrastructure development projects by accurately identifying, locating, and mapping existing underground utilities. You will work closely with engineers, surveyors, and project managers to collect, interpret, and deliver utility data that supports SUE Quality Levels B through D, as defined by ASCE 38-22. This includes using equipment such as ground penetrating radar (GPR), electromagnetic locators, and GPS to identify utility lines (gas, electric, water, sewer, telecom, etc.) with precision

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Read and interpret utility records, as-built drawings, and survey drawings.
• Designate existing utilities using electromagnetic (EM), Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and other geophysical designating technologies.
• Capture field markings with GPS equipment.

 REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• HS Diploma

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 3 years verifiable experience in using electromagnetic (EM) Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and other geophysical designating technologies.
• Must be familiar with ASCE 38-22
• Must know how to locate all utilities, public and private, such as water, gas, electric, communications, fiber optic, etc. 
• Must be able to quickly grasp new technologies.
• Should have basic computer skills and be able to learn and understand new software.
• Need to have a high level of reading comprehension and communication skills.
• Should enjoy working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Availability/Ability to travel out of state and work weekends as needed.
• Must be able to walk long distances in all types of terrain daily.
• Must be able to lift 90 lbs. several times daily.
• Be able to pass criminal background check and drug screening.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with acceptable MVR.
• Must prioritize the safety of yourself and others.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.