Private Utility Locator/SUE Technician

Socket.dev; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

401(k) matching

PTO

Paid Holidays

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

ZayZoon wages on demand

Job summary

Safe Site Utility Services is seeking a Private Utility Locator/SUE Technician. You will use Ground Penetrating Radar and related tools to detect subsurface utilities, read blueprints, and coordinate with clients on-site. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and outdoor work in diverse project environments.

Join a team that values clear communication, teamwork, and delivering high-quality locating services with advanced survey and mapping technology.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in private utility locating with GPR expertise.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record (MVR).
• Strong safety mindset and clear verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Analyze job sites to identify subsurface utility conflicts using advanced locating tech.
• Develop strong client relationships to ensure top-notch service.
• Lead projects with a team, ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• Adapt to varied site conditions from large construction to small projects.
• Read blueprints, maps, and work orders for precise locating.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

Client relationship management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ground Penetrating Radar

Survey and Mapping

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.