Outdoor SUE Technician I — GPR/EMI Field Data

Bowman Consulting; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company"s

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Discretionary bonuses and incentives

Job summary

Bowman Consulting seeks a Survey SUE Technician I to join our team in our Columbia, SC office, with opportunities to work in Raleigh, Charlotte, Charleston, or Columbia. This entry-level role focuses on outdoor utility detection using EMI/GPR, data collection, and reporting in a collaborative, safety-first environment.

You will learn to operate survey equipment, support vacuum truck operations, and progress toward SUE Technician II. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED strongly preferred. Commensurate relevant experience considered.
• Entry level position, no prior experience required.
• Ability/willingness to travel for work assignments, including occasional overnight assignments.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and random thereafter.
• Ability to work outside in all seasons and conditions.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities through nondestructive methods.
• Operate Data Collectors and collect field measurements.
• Record and document the underground utility field data accurately.
• Train to operate and maintain company equipment and vehicles.
• Train to meet company safety standards.

Skills

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Drug screening

Outdoor work tolerance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bowman Consulting seeks a Survey SUE Technician I to join our team in our Columbia, SC office, with opportunities to work in Raleigh, Charlotte, Charleston, or Columbia. This entry-level role focuses on outdoor utility detection using EMI/GPR, data collection, and reporting in a collaborative, safety-first environment.

You will learn to operate survey equipment, support vacuum truck operations, and progress toward SUE Technician II. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are required.