SUE Field Technician I

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. is seeking Entry Level Field Technicians in Newark, DE. The role involves field investigations and utility locating with responsibilities including operating equipment and interpreting plans. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and a valid driver's license. Strong teamwork skills and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs are required. JMT offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities within an employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.
• Able to bend, kneel, lift and carry up to 75 lbs as needed.
• Willingness to travel required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations.
• Operate equipment to locate subsurface utilities.
• Perform calculations and mark underground utilities.

Skills

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Team Attitude / Mindset

Valid Driver’s License

Able to pass Background Check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary

JMT is currently looking for Entry Level Field Technicians to join the Underground Utilities, Land Surveying, and Mapping team in Virginia Beach, VA.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Learn

• Underground Utility Mapping (SUE) - Digital Pipe & Cable instruments, Vacuum Excavation Trucks, Ground Penetrating Radar, etc.
• Learn to interpret Roadway & Utility plans, Utility records
• Learn to be a Professional Mapper and Grow Your Career

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations
• Operate equipment to locate subsurface utilities
• Label topographic features from field codes
• Perform calculations
• Mark underground utilities
• Operate vacuum excavation truck in order to expose underground utilities
• Interpret roadway and utility plans, and utility record drawings
• Travel required

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• Valid Driver’s License Required
• Able to pass Background Check
• Able to work 7:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday – Friday (Minimum)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to bend, kneel, lift and carry up to 75 lbs as needed
• Team Attitude / Mindset
• Ability to travel required

Required Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Experience

• 0 to 4 years of related experience
• Experience in the location of underground utilities preferred but not necessary
• Experience using GPR is preferred but not necessary
• Surveying experience preferred but not necessary

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field 95% of the time. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 75 lbs. as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Work is performed within a general office environment 5% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking.

Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more…
• Benefits | JMT

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• Valid Driver’s License Required
• Able to pass Background Check
• Able to work 7:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday – Friday (Minimum)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to bend, kneel, lift and carry up to 75 lbs as needed
• Team Attitude / Mindset
• Ability to travel required