SUE Field Technician I and II

Gdbgeospatial; Merriam (KS); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; 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 firm in Merriam, Kansas, seeks a skilled individual to join their team. In this role, you will utilize advanced survey equipment to support utility mapping projects while ensuring safety and compliance. Ideal candidates will have SUE field experience and a strong work ethic. Competitive pay ranging from $25 to $40 per hour is offered, along with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of SUE field experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company MVR standards.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Designate all types of utilities using geophysical equipment.
• Serve as lead on mapping projects with a 2-person team.
• Collect and record data for vault diagrams and utility mapping.

Skills

SUE field experience

Ability to walk long distances

Strong work ethic

Safety focus

Willingness to learn new skills

Tools

VRS survey equipment

GPR survey equipment

Job description

Who We Are

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.

Your Impact at SAM

• Designate all types of utilities using surface geophysical equipment and vacuum excavation methods to expose and document existing utilities.
• Serve as the lead on 2‑person field teams responsible for 2D QL‑B (2DB) and 3D QL‑B (3DB) mapping projects.
• Collect, interpret, and record data for vault diagram forms, utility pole inventories, and overhead utility mapping.
• Utilize VRS and GPR survey equipment to collect horizontal data for QL‑B mapping and QL‑A test holes.
• Lead crews operating vacuum excavators to safely expose utilities at typical depths and conditions, then backfill according to project standards.
• Perform level runs using automatic or digital levels to gather 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.
• Maintain detailed field notes, sketches, and electronic data logs to support accurate project documentation.

What You Bring to SAM

• 1+ years of SUE field experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company MVR standards.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to walk long distances over uneven terrain and lift/carry up to 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Strong work ethic, safety focus, and willingness to learn new skills.
• Current safety certifications, with ability to obtain and maintain additional required credentials.
• Surveying 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, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
• Work‑Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work schedules for office positions, 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

EEO

SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. SAM also participates in the federal E‑Verify Program.

Salary Maximum

USD $40.00/per hour

Salary Minimum

USD $25.00/per hour