SUE Technician III

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SUE Technician III to join their innovative team. This role involves operating advanced vacuum excavation equipment and accurately locating underground utilities. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and have 2-4 years of relevant experience. Join a collaborative work environment that values employee ownership and offers opportunities for professional growth. This position not only supports essential infrastructure but also emphasizes safety and teamwork. If you are ready to make a difference and grow your career, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Family-Friendly Benefits

Collaborative Work Environment

Training and Mentoring

Employee Ownership

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 - 4 years of utility locating experience.
• Ability to operate and maintain vacuum excavation equipment.
• Understanding of traffic control and safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain vacuum excavation truck safely and efficiently.
• Designate and locate underground utilities.
• Document daily activities and perform records research.

Skills

Utility Locating

Leadership Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Field Measurements

Documenting Activities

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)

CADD

Vacuum Excavation Truck

Job description

SUE Technician III

Job Locations

US-UT-Sandy

ID

2025-6353

Category

Utilities

Type

Full-Time Regular - 40 hours

Posted Date

2 months ago(3/5/2025 8:08 AM)

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee's have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #56 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

Duties

Target candidate may be required to operate and maintain a vacuum excavation truck and related equipment safely and efficiently
• Possess the ability to designate/locate a variety of underground utilities, create legible field sketches, simple mathematics, field measurements, document daily activities, and perform records research. Perform other duties as assigned

Experience

• This position is similar to a utility locator or utility designator and requires minimum of 2 - 4 years of utility locating or designating using many types of pipe and cable locating devices
• Experience with Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) is preferred
• Understanding basic traffic control and the hazards associated with working in and around traffic and follow safety precautions
• Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), Surveying, CADD, and vacuum excavation truck experience a plus.

Skills

• Ability to follow instructions, possess the ability to be trained, mentored and have a positive can-do attitude are necessities
• Must possess leadership and mentoring skills.
• Have a basic knowledge of various underground utilities and able to identify surface features associated with various utilities
• Ability to perform some equipment maintenance tasks a plus
• Mechanical aptitude is desired

Degrees / Licenses

• High School Diploma is required.
• A valid current driver's license and have the ability to obtain a Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical card for Commercial Motor Vehicle operation is required
• Current Commercial Driver's License is a plus
• NULCA or other certification is a plus

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 - 4 years of experience.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

• Participate in cross - training as requested to build a stronger team
• Communicate your work flow needs to your team and to your supervisor
• Accurately records and reports daily forms per project requirements
• Communicates effectively with client, contractor, staff, and supervisor
• Proactively resolves problems at the lowest level
• Adheres to project scope, schedule, and budget
• Reviews all work for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting
• Submits accurate time sheets, mileage and expense reports on time each week
• Reviews jobsite safety daily and takes immediate action to document and resolve issues
• Understands OSHA Safety Standards and KCI corporate policies and follows them at all times
• Accurately record and report your work each day on the forms provided
• Inspect and correct your own work before turning it in
• Perform all task assignments using required industry standards

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.