SUE Field Technician

CEC Corporation; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CEC is seeking a SUE Field Technician to locate and mark underground utilities prior to construction, using electromagnetic locating equipment, fieldwork, and documentation.

The role requires 75% travel, outdoor work, physical stamina, and strict adherence to safety standards. This position is based in Oklahoma City with potential travel to field sites, and CEC is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to travel 75% (75-100%).
• Physically capable of fieldwork in varying outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operates electromagnetic locating equipment to locate and mark underground utilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
• Reads and interprets utility plans to identify type and size of utilities.
• Documents and sketches locate results accurately.
• Coordinates and communicates with supervisor, team members, and utility representatives.
• Participates in QC/QA procedures and maintains design standards.

Skills

Problem solving/analysis

Accuracy/attention to detail

Thoroughness

Technical capacity

Education

High school

Job description

• Job Category Field Technician
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 75%
• Manage Others No

ROLE OVERVIEW

As a SUE Field Technician, you will play a critical role in protecting underground infrastructure by using advanced technology to accurately identify and mark utilities before construction begins. This hands‑on role combines fieldwork, problem‑solving, and collaboration to support safe, efficient project delivery while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBIILITIES

• Operates various electromagnetic locating equipment to locate and mark underground utilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
• Reads and interprets utility plans and prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities.
• Provides accurate documentation and or sketches related to locates completed.
• Coordin ates and effectively communicates with supervisor, team members, and utility representatives.
• Participates in and ensures QC/QA procedures are followed. Maintains accurate design standards and procedures in assigned work.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Maintains assigned equipment and vehicle (if applicable).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Problem solving/analysis
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Thoroughness
• Technical capacity

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Moderate to heavy physical activity performing strenuous daily activities of a primarily productive/technical nature.
• Ability to stand and walk up to ten hours per day, frequently over uneven surfaces.
• Ability to traverse uneven terrain and climb over or crawl under obstacles; a bility to occasionally bend, crouch or stoop.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, work with the fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials.
• Intermittently, ability to sit and manipulate computer mouse up to eight hours per day.
• Ability to hear and talk, to communicate, and give verbal direction.
• Ability to see clearly 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more; ability to identify and distinguish colors; ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to lift and move up 50 pounds regularly.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primarily outdoors exposed to changing weather conditions (rain, sun, snow, wind, etc.), dust, dirt, cuts, bites, or stings .
• Requires use of protective and/or safety equipment.
• Intermittently well-lighted, heated and/or air‑conditioned indoor office/production setting with adequate ventilation.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Fixed schedule of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, including required core hours.
• Flexible schedule with extended hours may be required.
• Occasional weekend work may be required.
• Required to travel 75-100% to field project sites.

This position includes safety‑sensitive job functions, and random screenings will be conducted in accordance with CEC's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy.

Summary

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Additional Information

• Hiring Location (s) Oklahoma City, OK, Allen, TX