SUE Field Technician I

Surveying And Mapping, LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC in Raleigh, NC is seeking a SUE Field Technician I to support geospatial data collection and utility surveying on active projects. The role involves fieldwork, operation of surveying equipment, and coordination with project teams to ensure data quality and safety.

This full-time on-site position requires the ability to travel, work outdoors in all weather, and develop skills toward certification and advancement within a growing geospatial firm.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards.
• Ability to travel for extended periods.
• Work outdoors under the full range of weather conditions typically experienced throughout all seasons of the year.
• Ability to walk for extended periods over irregular terrain while carrying surveying equipment (weight typically under 30 lbs).
• Pick up and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs for short distances and assist others to do the same.
• Remove and replace manhole lids and covers weighing up to 50 lbs., with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying marked utilities, structures and various control points on plans and maps and in the field
• Perform operator level maintenance on assigned company tools and equipment as required
• Assist in the implementation of approved traffic control plans
• Actively work toward obtaining the skills in the certification program required for advancement
• Efficient employment of assigned equipment to accurately record data of marked utilities, structures, and various control points in the field
• Operates vacuum truck and related tools and equipment such as a jackhammer, pogo-tamper, concrete saw, compressor blower, vacuum hose and air lance and hand tools
• Drives commercial motor vehicles
• Other tasks as assigned

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

SUE Field Technician I

US-NC-Raleigh

Job ID: 26-8093 # of Openings: 1

Overview

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size.

SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI).

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying marked utilities, structures and various control points on plans and maps and in the field
• Perform operator level maintenance on assigned company tools and equipment as required
• Assist in the implementation of approved traffic control plans
• Actively work toward obtaining the skills in the certification program required for advancement
• Efficient employment of assigned equipment to accurately record data of marked utilities, structures, and various control points in the field
• Operates vacuum truck and related tools and equipment such as a jackhammer, pogo-tamper, concrete saw, compressor blower, vacuum hose and air lance and hand tools
• Drives commercial motor vehicles
• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards
• Ability to travel for extended periods of time
• Work outdoors under the full range of weather conditions typically experienced throughout all seasons of the year
• Ability to walk for extended periods over irregular terrain while carrying and/or employing any of the full range of surface geophysical and surveying equipment, the weight of such equipment is typically less than 30 lbs
• Pick up and carry equipment, tools or supplies weighing up to 50 lbs. for short distances and assist others to do the same. This includes the loading and unloading of such items into and out of vehicles, storage areas, etc.
• Remove and replace manhole lids and covers weighing up 50 lbs., with assistance

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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