Entry-Level Field Technician: Outdoor Survey & Utility Locating

Actalent; Florida; On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Actalent in Sanford, FL is seeking an entry-level Level Field Technician (SUE/Survey) to join a small crew outdoors. This contract-to-hire role involves heavy labor, field setup, and hands-on training in survey and utility locating, with opportunities for overtime and career advancement.

You will work with a 2–3 person crew, gain experience with geophysical equipment, read plans, and complete simple paperwork.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED.
• Ability and willingness to perform heavy labor.
• Capability to work outside in extreme heat and weather.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass an MVR check.
• Willingness to travel extensively, possibly up to 5 days during the week.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy labor tasks, including digging, site setup, vacuum truck operation, and site clean-up.
• Conduct minor maintenance and troubleshoot operating problems on vacuum systems and vehicles.
• Clean and maintain vehicles, work sites, and equipment.
• Select and apply appropriate geophysical prospecting equipment to designate non-complex underground utility layouts accurately.
• Comprehend and interpret utility and highway design plans, atlases, and record drawings.
• Complete paperwork legibly and accurately, including record keeping and simple mathematics.
• Set up maintenance of traffic and conduct basic field measurements and geophysical prospecting as instructed.

Skills

Heavy labor willingness

Outdoor work in heat

Valid driver's license

MVR check able

Travel up to 5 days

Overtime availability

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school education or GED

Job description

Actalent in Sanford, FL is seeking an entry-level Level Field Technician (SUE/Survey) to join a small crew outdoors. This contract-to-hire role involves heavy labor, field setup, and hands-on training in survey and utility locating, with opportunities for overtime and career advancement.

You will work with a 2–3 person crew, gain experience with geophysical equipment, read plans, and complete simple paperwork.