Senior Underground Utility Locator & GPR Tech

Socket.dev; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Underground Services in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a Utility Locating Technician to support the GroundHawk Division. You will perform field and technical tasks across private locating, Pre-design locating, SUE, and video pipe inspections, operating electronic detection equipment to locate and mark underground facilities with accuracy.

The role requires at least 2 years' field experience, with preference for SUE background, and involves outdoor work, documentation, and adherence to safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training in utilities, construction, or engineering preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Utility Locating Technician, preferably in Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE).
• Experience working in the field, preferably for a company of similar or larger scale.
• Demonstrated stability in work history (no frequent job changes preferred).
• CDL license is a plus.
• NASSCO certification is a plus.
• GPR experience and Private Utility Locating experience are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Aid in training staff in operations, policies and technical procedures.
• Create, lead and train in safety procedures for staff in operations.
• Read and interpret utility maps/prints to identify underground utilities.
• Use assigned communication equipment to coordinate with excavators, utility reps, and company personnel.
• Operate various electronic detection equipment to locate and mark underground facilities within prescribed accuracy.
• Provide accurate documentation and sketches related to all locates completed.
• Operate company vehicles safely and maintain a professional appearance.
• Perform light excavation with a shovel to expose buried utilities when necessary.
• Receive and respond to excavation notices within established time requirements.
• Follow all safety rules.

Skills

GPR scanning

SUE techniques

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training in utilities/construction/engineering

Tools

GPR equipment

Job description

Agile Underground Services in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a Utility Locating Technician to support the GroundHawk Division. You will perform field and technical tasks across private locating, Pre-design locating, SUE, and video pipe inspections, operating electronic detection equipment to locate and mark underground facilities with accuracy.

The role requires at least 2 years' field experience, with preference for SUE background, and involves outdoor work, documentation, and adherence to safety