Entry Level Field Technician (SUE/ Survey)

Actalent; Longwood (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Level Field Technician (SUE/Survey) to join our Sanford, FL team. This entry-level role involves outdoor labor, digging, site setup, and operation of vacuum systems, with on-the-job training in survey and utility locating.

You will work in a small crew, gain hands-on experience, and have opportunities for overtime and advancement based on performance. This contract-to-hire position is based in Longwood, FL.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to perform heavy labor outdoors.
• Able to lift 50 lbs or more.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass an MVR check.
• Willing to travel up to 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy labor tasks including digging and site setup.
• Operate vacuum systems and troubleshoot on vehicles.
• Clean and maintain vehicles, sites, and equipment.
• Use geophysical prospecting equipment to map underground utilities.
• Read and interpret utility and highway design plans and drawings.
• Complete paperwork accurately, including records and simple math.
• Set up traffic control and conduct basic field measurements.

Skills

Heavy labor

Outdoor work in heat

Valid driver's license

Willingness to travel

Flexibility to work overtime

Lift 50 lbs+

Education

High school education or GED

Tools

Geophysical prospecting equipment

Job description

Job Title: Level Field Technician (SUE/Survey)

Job Description

We are seeking motivated entry-level SUE/Survey Technicians to join our expanding team in Sanford, FL. This outdoor position involves heavy lifting and labor-intensive tasks. As part of the team, you will gain valuable training in the technical aspects of Survey and Utility Locating, offering a long-term career opportunity.

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.

Essential Skills

• 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.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous utility locating or survey experience is a plus.

Work Environment

This role operates in an outdoor environment, working closely with a crew of 2-3 individuals. The position offers exposure to cutting-edge technology and provides opportunities for significant overtime. As a family-owned business, we prioritize employees’ well-being over corporate bureaucracy, ensuring they are not just numbers. We offer competitive benefits, including healthcare and paid time off, once permanent. Employees have opportunities for raises and career advancement based on performance, with rapid progression for motivated and reliable individuals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Longwood, FL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $15.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Longwood,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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