SUE Field Technician

DRMP; Chipley (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

401(k) Plan and Match

Career Path Development Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Health and dental insurance premiums

Job summary

DRMP is seeking an experienced or aspiring subsurface utility (SUE) technician to help locate underground utilities in Chipley, Florida, using EMI and GPR. The position involves operating vacuum excavation equipment, performing field activities with minimal supervision, and documenting data through sketches and reports.

Responsibilities include training on safety, mentoring junior staff, coordinating with clients and design teams, and ensuring high-quality fieldwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability/willingness to travel for work assignments, including overnight.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs.
• Ability to work outside in all seasons and conditions.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities using EMI and GPR.
• Operate vacuum excavation trucks and related equipment.
• Perform utility mark-outs, surveying tasks, and SUE field activities with minimal supervision.
• Document field data through sketches, photos, spreadsheets, daily reports, and summaries.
• Read and interpret technical documents.
• Maintain and troubleshoot vacuum excavation systems and field equipment.
• Train on safe operation and maintenance of vehicles and tools.
• Support and mentor junior field staff as needed.
• Assist senior team members with project coordination involving clients, agencies, subcontractors, and design teams.
• Maintain high standards of quality control and attention to detail in fieldwork.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Reliability

Independent worker

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

GPR

EMI

Job description

Description

If you are an experienced or aspiring subsurface utility (SUE) technician who has the desire to have your ideas heard and accomplishments acknowledged, we'd love to hear from you!

Department

Survey/Geomatics

Location

Chipley, FL

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities using non-destructive methods, including electromagnetic induction (EMI) and ground penetrating radar (GPR)


• Operate vacuum excavation trucks and related equipment (e.g., air compressors, vacuum hoses, air lances, jackhammers, concrete saws, pogo-tampers, hand tools)


• Perform utility mark-outs, surveying tasks, and subsurface utility engineering (SUE) field activities with minimal supervision


• Document field data accurately through sketches, photos, spreadsheets, daily reports, and written summaries


• Read and interpret technical documents


• Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on vacuum excavation systems and field equipment


• Train on safe operation and maintenance of vehicles and tools in accordance with company safety standards


• Support and mentor junior field staff as needed


• Assist senior team members with project coordination involving clients, agencies, subcontractors, and design teams


• Maintain high standards of quality control and attention to detail in all aspects of fieldwork


• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders


• Demonstrate reliability, initiative, and the ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance


• Approach tasks with a strong sense of urgency and accountability

What you'll need

• High school diploma or GED is strongly preferred


• Basic knowledge of Land Surveying (optional)


• Strong communication skills


• Demonstrated leadership skills


• Positive, “can-do” attitude


• Ability to work outside in all seasons and conditions


• Ability to walk, kneel, squat, and stand


• Ability to lift 60lbs


• Ability/willingness to travel for work assignments, including overnight assignments


• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and random thereafter


• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record is required


• Must be able to pass Military/Government Background checks

DRMP Offers

• Excellent compensation package


• Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs


• 401(k) Plan and Match


• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)


• Mentorship Program


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Parental Leave


• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums


• Variety of voluntary benefit options


• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability


• Company-furnished life insurance


• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)


• Flexible Spending Account

And More!

DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.