Subsurface Utility Engineering Field Technician II

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Subsurface Utility Engineering Field Technician II to join their dynamic team. This role involves managing field crews and operating specialized equipment to locate underground utilities. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in utility locating and will thrive in a field environment, working in various weather conditions. The company fosters a culture of growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health care coverage and a 401K retirement plan. If you are passionate about making a difference in the engineering field, this is the perfect opportunity 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 (Traditional and Roth options)

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage field crew and provide task completion insights.
• Operate equipment for locating subsurface utilities.

Skills

Utility Locating

Vacuum Excavation

GPR (Ground Penetrating Radar)

Surveying

Driver’s License

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Subsurface Utility Engineering Field Technician II

Surveying / Subsurface Utility Engineering

Lexington, KY

ID: 23215

Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 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 #61 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.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Manage field crew
2. Provide insight on time to complete field tasks
3. Operate equipment to locate subsurface utilities
4. Ability to operate vacuum excavation truck in order to expose underground utilities
5. Interpret roadway and utility plans, and utility record drawings

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

Driver’s License Required

Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

Required Experience

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

Experience using a vacuum excavator is preferred but not necessary

Experience using GPR is preferred but not necessary

Surveying experience preferred but not necessary

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.

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)

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.

2480 Fortune Dr, Lexington, KY 40509, USA