Subsurface Utility Technician

Thew Associates LS, PLLC; Town of Marcy (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employer 401(k) contribution

Paid time-off

Job summary

A surveying and mapping firm is seeking motivated Subsurface Utility Technicians in the Utica and Syracuse areas. Responsibilities include performing QL-B and subsurface utility investigations for architectural and engineering clients. Candidates must possess an A.A.S. in Surveying Technology or related field, along with skills in tracing utilities using RF and GPR devices. This position offers a competitive salary with benefits including health insurance and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• Must be able to travel and stay out-of-town frequently.
• Capable of working outside under various conditions.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• Basic computer skills are necessary.
• Ability to work independently is crucial.
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform QL-B and subsurface utility investigations for architectural and engineering clients.
• Work in accordance with ASCE Document 38-02 for clients.

Skills

Tracing subsurface utilities using RF and GPR devices

Taking field notes with sketches

Embracing and learning new technologies

RF and GPR tracing experience

Education

A.A.S. in Surveying Technology or related field

Job description

Thew Associates LS, PLLC is a land, aerial and hydrographic surveying and mapping firm headquartered in Canton, New York with branch offices in Marcy (Utica), Saranac Lake, and Syracuse, New York.

We are seeking highly motivated Subsurface Utility Technicians in the Utica and Syracuse areas to perform QL-B and subsurface utility investigations in accordance with ASCE Document 38-02 for architectural and engineering clients.

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits (health insurance, employer 401(k) contribution and paid time‑off) along with the opportunity for significant challenges and rewards.

Preferred Skills

• A.A.S. in Surveying Technology or related field
• Preferred two years’ experience tracing subsurface utilities utilizing radio frequency (RF) and GPR devices
• ability to take clear and concise field notes with sketches
• willingness to embrace and learn new technologies

Candidates Must Possess

• the ability to travel and stay out-of-town on a frequent basis
• the capacity to work outside
• a valid driver’s license
• basic computer skills
• the ability to work independently
• the ability to pass pre-employment, project specific, and random drug testing

Salary will be commensurate with experience.