Subsurface Utility Engineer (SUE) Technician

M&S Engineering; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

Short-term & long-term disability

Life insurance

401k with employer match

Job summary

Sherwood Surveying & S.U.E., LLC in The Woodlands, Texas, is seeking a Subsurface Utility Engineer (SUE) Technician to designate buried utilities using advanced geophysical methods. This role supports both Surveying and SUE teams and involves fieldwork and data processing.

Responsibilities include safety, field observations, researching utility records, operating surveying equipment, and overnight travel. A high school diploma is required; an associate degree is preferred; a valid driver's

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required; an Associate degree or higher is preferred.
• Ability to travel overnight across Texas and work outdoors in all seasons.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of all crew members, clients, and the public.
• Perform SUE designating and operate related surveying equipment.
• Research utility records and conduct field observations.
• Interpret subsurface information in the field and post processing.
• Travel overnight as required.
• Cross-train between Surveying and SUE duties.

Skills

SUE designation

Field observations

Data interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Surveying equipment

Geophysical tools

Job description

Subsurface Utility Engineer (SUE) Technician

Sherwood Surveying & S.U.E., LLC is seeking a Subsurface Utility Engineer (SUE) Technician located at The Woodlands, Texas location. This position is responsible for designating buried utilities using advanced geophysical technologies and applications. Accurately interprets subsurface information while in the field as well as processing data findings. Adheres to all safety guidelines.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety of all crew members, clients, and the public.
• Working knowledge of utility line locating equipment (SUE designating).
• Research utility company records and use this information to perform field observations.
• Understanding of project goals, scope of work and client expectations.
• Excavates utilities and follows all applicable guidelines for scope of work.
• Safe operation of company vehicle.
• Operates and maintains Surveying and SUE equipment.
• Interpret subsurface information in the field and during post processing.
• Communicates findings and analysis.
• Will require overnight travel out of town.
• Maintains a professional image.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Supports both Surveying and SUE departments. Requires cross training of both Surveying and SUE duties.

Required Experience, Education and Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Associates Degree or higher preferred.
• Ability to work outside in all seasons for extended periods of time.
• Ability to travel overnight to various parts of Texas.
• The ability to effectively communicate with all fellow employees both in written and verbal format.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required. NO EXCEPTIONS
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Employer paid health/dental/vision insurance
• Employer paid short-term & long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401k retirement plan with employer match