SUE Field Technician

SAM; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Benefits

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Perks and Discounts

Culture and Awards

Job summary

A leading geospatial services firm in Indianapolis is seeking a SUE Field Technician to support Subsurface Utility Engineering projects. This role involves designating, locating, and documenting underground utilities in various environments. The ideal candidate should possess a High School Diploma and relevant field experience. This position offers extensive health benefits, financial perks, and opportunities for professional development. Join a company recognized as a Top Workplace USA for two consecutive years.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of SUE field experience preferred.
• Survey experience preferred.
• Military experience is a plus.
• Survey experience preferred.
• Military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Designate and locate underground utilities accurately.
• Apply geophysical equipment for mapping utility systems.
• Collect and interpret data for vault diagrams and overhead utility mapping.
• Coordinate with survey crews for data integration.
• Maintain safety protocols during field operations.
• Maintain safety certifications and follow protocols.
• Travel to support schedules and field ops.

Skills

Basic comprehension of utility records

Field data collection

Understanding of ASCE 38 guidelines

Survey experience

Military experience

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Who We Are

For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision‑making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.

Your Impact at SAM

The SUE Field Technician supports Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) projects by designating, locating, and documenting underground utilities in both rural and urban environments. This role involves using advanced geophysical and survey equipment, vacuum excavation, and field data collection to ensure accurate and high‑quality utility mapping.

Key Responsibilities

• Designate all types of utilities using surface geophysical equipment and vacuum excavation methods to expose and document existing utilities
• Select and apply appropriate geophysical equipment and accessories to accurately identify and map complex underground utility systems for 2D QL-B (2DB) and 3D QL-B (3DB) projects
• Collect, interpret, and record data for vault diagram forms, utility pole inventories, and overhead utility mapping
• Employ VRS and GPR survey equipment to collect horizontal data for QL-B mapping and QL-A test holes
• Perform level loops using automatic or digital levels to collect QL-A elevation data from exposed utilities
• Implement and maintain approved traffic control plans for all field operations conducted outside of travel lanes
• Coordinate with internal survey crews to ensure accurate data integration and project consistency
• Obtain and maintain all required safety certifications and follow company safety protocols
• Travel as needed to support project schedules and field operations

What You Bring to SAM

• High School Diploma
• Working knowledge of ASCE 38 guidelines and associated quality levels
• Basic comprehension and interpretation of planimetric and design plans, profiles and cross sections, utility records, etc.
• (1–2) years of SUE field experience preferred
• Survey experience preferred
• Military experience is a plus

Our Perks

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision & Dental plans for employees, company‑paid premiums for Long‑term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA & FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well‑being
• Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
• Work‑Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
• Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check‑Ins, SAM WINS – our initiative for women‑focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
• Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness, travel, leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
• Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms