Private Utility Locator/SUE Technician

Safe Site LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

HRA (Health Reimbursement Arrangement)

401(k) matching

Paid PTO

Paid Holidays

Life & AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wages on demand

Job summary

Safe Site LLC is seeking a Private Utility Locator/SUE Technician to perform subsurface utility locating using Ground Penetrating Radar and related technology. You will work directly with clients, read blueprints, and lead project teams to complete work safely and accurately.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience in private utility locating, a valid driver's license, and strong safety and communication skills. The role offers outdoor fieldwork with varied projects and locations.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in private utility locating, with expertise in Ground Penetrating Radar.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record (MVR).
• Strong sense of safety and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work as part of a team and lead projects with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Analyze job sites and identify potential subsurface utility conflicts using state-of-the-art technology.
• Develop strong connections with clients, ensuring their needs are met with top-notch service.
• Direct a team to complete projects safely and efficiently, ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, and work orders to ensure precise locating.

Skills

Ground Penetrating Radar

Client communication

Safety awareness

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Survey/mapping software

Blueprint reading

Job description

Description

At Safe Site Utility Services, we live our core values—Communication, Honesty, Accountability, Safety and Expertise in every interaction and decision. Providing industry-leading Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE), utility locating, and damage prevention solutions. Our team is driven by a commitment to safety, accuracy, and excellence.

As a Private Utility Locator/SUE Technician, you’ll be at the forefront of providing quality locating services, working directly with clients. Your expertise with Ground Penetrating Radar, acoustic, and split-box locating will ensure safe, efficient subsurface utility detection. If you thrive outdoors, enjoy solving challenges, and love using the latest survey and mapping technology, this role is perfect for you!

Responsibilities:

• Analyze job sites and identify potential subsurface utility conflicts using state-of-the-art technology.
• Develop strong connections with clients, ensuring their needs are met with top-notch service.
• Direct a team to complete projects efficiently and safely, ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
• From large-scale construction sites to small projects, you'll thrive in varied conditions and embrace new challenges every day.
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, and work orders to ensure precise locating.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in private utility locating, with expertise in Ground Penetrating Radar.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record (MVR).
• A strong sense of safety and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work as part of a team and lead projects with confidence.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in underground utility or construction work.
• Background in survey and mapping.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits:

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• 401(k) matching
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Zayzoon Get paid whenever you need with wages on demand via ZayZoon. No need to wait until payday! We are partnered with ZayZoon, an employee benefit that gives you instant access to your wages ahead of payday.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. In compliance with federal and state equal opportunity employment laws, Safe Site Utility Services is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate regarding race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or gender.