Subsurface Utility Engineering Field Technician II

JMT; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; 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, operating specialized equipment to locate underground utilities, and ensuring accurate marking of these utilities. The position offers a unique opportunity to work primarily in the field, tackling diverse challenges in varying environmental conditions. With a strong focus on professional growth, the company provides comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about utility engineering and thrive in a hands-on role, this opportunity is perfect 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 underground utility location required.
• Driver’s License and ability to operate utility locating equipment are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage field crew and oversee utility locating tasks.
• Operate equipment to locate and mark underground utilities.

Skills

Utility locating/marking

Driver’s License

Equipment operation

Vacuum excavation

GPR (Ground Penetrating Radar)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vacuum excavator

GPR

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

• Manage field crew
• Provide insight on time to complete field tasks
• Operate equipment to locate subsurface utilities
• Mark underground utilities
• Ability to operate vacuum excavation truck in order to expose underground utilities
• Interpret roadway and utility plans, and utility record drawings
• Travel required

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.

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…

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.