Senior SUE Field Technician

Utility Mapping Services; Tacoma (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in utility mapping seeks a Senior SUE Field Technician to investigate utility infrastructure using advanced tools. The role requires strong communication skills, critical thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively in dynamic environments. Candidates must be willing to travel extensively and work in both office and field settings.

Benefits

8 paid holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 12 days per year

401(k) after 90 day waiting period

Health/Vision/Dental/Life insurance coverage

Flexible schedule

Opportunities for advancement

Access to training and professional development courses

Bonus opportunities

Overtime pay

Qualifications

• 5 years experience utility designating experience preferred.
• 3 years experience managing field crew preferred.
• Must be able to work outside in all seasons.

Responsibilities

• Investigate utility infrastructure using specialized tools.
• Work in varied environments, including office and field.
• Travel up to 90% of the time for project work.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

EM pipe and cable locators

Ground Penetrating Radar

GPS Survey

LIDAR

Job description

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• This position is located in Centralia, WA. Relocation or commute required**
  
  

• This position is located in Centralia, WA. Relocation or commute required**
  
  

About Us

Utility Mapping Services (UMS), P.C. is a small veteran owned business formed in 2002 specifically to address Subsurface Utility Engineering (S.U.E.) as a rigorous engineering discipline in accordance with ASCE 38 standards. With the support of highly motivated team members, we strive to reduce the risks associated with above and below ground utility infrastructure not only for our clients, but ultimately for our most important stakeholders, the public. We are an equal opportunity employer and believe the best team can be built by seeking out skills and competences without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.'

Pay

$27.00- $38.00 per hour

Benefits/Perks

• 8 paid holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 12 days per year, 401(k) after 90 day waiting period, Health/Vision/Dental/Life insurance coverage, access to supplemental policies for Accident/Short Term Disability/etc.
• 401(k) matching, flexible schedule, opportunities for advancement, access to training and professional development courses, bonus opportunities, overtime pay
  
  

Hours/Shifts/Travel

Full-time, Expected hours: 35 – 50 per week.

Typical shift is 8AM to 5PM Monday-Friday, depending on the project there may be need for: overtime, night shift, and weekends.

Must be willing to travel- Candidates can expect to travel up to 90% of the time in support of project work nationwide. While in travel status, employees are provided a daily per diem in addition to company paid lodging and transportation.

Physical setting: Office/Field

Skills/Requirements/Qualifications/Duties

As a Senior SUE Field Technician, this position offers an exciting opportunity to be trained in the art of investigating utility infrastructure using surface geophysics, via multiple highly specialized tools including EM Pipe and Cable Locators, Ground Penetrating Radar, GPS Survey, LIDAR, TDEM, and more.

Qualifications

A successful candidate must be willing to learn and possess the aptitude to understand and implement training. In addition, a successful candidate typically possesses the following characteristics/qualifications:

• 5 years experience utility designating experience using EM pipe and cable locators preferred
• 3 years experience managing field crew preferred
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
• A strong work ethic with a self-starting attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to think critically and solve problems independently
• A working knowledge of utility record interpretation, utility system design and configuration practices
• Proficiency in the use of PC and mobile technology including Windows, Apple and Android operating systems.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products
• Possess a valid driver’s license with clean driving record
  
  

As a Senior SUE Field Technician, a successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in varied and dynamic environment including both office and field settings (85% field work, 15% office) in support of project work nationwide

Environmental And Physical Requirements Include

• Must be able to lift 75 lbs.
• Must be able to walk on varied terrain for long distances
• Must be able to work outside in all season including freezing and hot conditions
• Must be able to work around moving traffic and within traffic control areas
• Must be able to operate standard passenger vehicles and trucks
• Must be able to operate basic power tools
• Must be able to manipulate small hand tools to facilitate access to utility infrastructure (ex communication pedestal’s)
• Must be able to operate tools designed for the removal of manhole/storm sewer lids/access points
• Must be able to operate EM pipe and cable locating equipment in conjunction with marking paint applicator
• Must be able to perform repetitive physical task
• OSHA certification preferred but not required
• Confined Space Entry certification preferred but not required
• Must be available for weekend and night work as needed, although non-typical.
  
  

Office And Computer Requirements Include

• Must be familiar with MS Office suite of products, including but not limited to: Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.
  
  

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)
  
  

Experience

• Utility Designating/Locating: 5 years (Preferred)
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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