Subsurface Utility Technician

Thew Associates LS, PLLC; Village of Liverpool (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employer 401(k) contribution

Paid time-off

Job summary

A surveying firm in New York is seeking highly motivated Subsurface Utility Technicians to conduct QL-B subsurface utility investigations. Candidates must have an A.A.S. in Surveying Technology and two years’ experience with RF and GPR devices. Strong note-taking skills and the ability to work independently are essential, along with a willingness to learn new technologies. This position offers travel opportunities, a competitive salary, and benefits including health insurance and 401(k) contributions.

Qualifications

• Preferred two years’ experience in subsurface utility investigations.
• Ability to travel and stay out-of-town frequently.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Tracing subsurface utilities utilizing radio frequency (RF) and GPR devices

Clear and concise note-taking skills

Willingness to learn new technologies

Travel required

Education

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

Tools

RF devices

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.