Subsurface Utility Engineering Field Technician II

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Subsurface Utility Engineering Field Technician II to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in the field, managing utility locating tasks and operating specialized equipment to ensure the accurate marking of underground utilities. With a strong emphasis on professional growth and a supportive employee-owned culture, this position is ideal for individuals looking to advance their careers in a vibrant and collaborative environment. If you have a passion for engineering and a commitment to quality, this role is for you.

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave Program

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career Development Programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in locating underground utilities.
• Ability to operate vacuum excavation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage field crew and provide task completion insights.
• Operate equipment to locate and mark underground utilities.

Skills

Utility Locating

Field Crew Management

Equipment Operation

Interpretation of Utility Plans

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Vacuum Excavator

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)

Job description

Subsurface Utility Engineering Field Technician II

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Surveying / Subsurface Utility Engineering

Lexington, KY

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23215

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Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,400 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary: JMT's Survey & SUE Team is seeking Utility Technicians to perform assignments requiring extensive knowledge of utility locating/marking of all underground utility types. This position is not eligible for employer-based sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

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  Manage field crew

  
  

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  Provide insight on time to complete field tasks

  
  

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  Operate equipment to locate subsurface utilities

  
  

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  Mark underground utilities

  
  

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  Ability to operate vacuum excavation truck in order to expose underground utilities

  
  

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  Interpret roadway and utility plans, and utility record drawings

  
  

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  Travel required

  
  

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

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  Driver's License Required

  
  


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  Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

  
  

Required Experience

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  At least Two (2) years of experience in the location of underground utilities

  
  

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  Experience using a vacuum excavator is preferred but not necessary

  
  

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  Experience using GPR is preferred but not necessary

  
  

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  Surveying experience preferred but not necessary

  
  

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  High school diploma or equivalent

  
  

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field 95% of the time. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Work is performed within a general office environment 5% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance


• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Holidays


• Paid Caregiver Leave Program


• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)


• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)


• Career Development Programs


• And more...


• Benefits | JMT

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.