SUE Field Technician II

Gdbgeospatial; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401k plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Cell phone stipend

Paid time off

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking a SUE field professional to designate utilities and support 2D/3D mapping projects across varied environments. You will lead small crews, collect vault and QL-A data, and coordinate with internal teams to deliver accurate results with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of SUE field experience, working knowledge of ASCE 38 quality levels, and strong plan interpretation skills, with military experience considered a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (required).
• Working knowledge of ASCE 38 guidelines and associated quality levels.
• Basic comprehension and interpretation of planimetric and design plans, profiles and cross sections, and utility records.
• 1-2 years of SUE field experience required.
• Experience leading SUE QL-A & QL-B field crews preferred.
• Survey experience preferred.
• Military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Designating all utilities using geophysical methods and field documentation to support 2D/3D mapping projects.
• Lead small designating crews and coordinate with internal survey teams.
• Collect data for vault diagrams, QL-A data, and pole inventories.
• Ensure safety certifications are maintained and traffic control plans followed.

Skills

SUE field experience

Lead on SUE QL-A/QL-B teams

Surveying knowledge

Safety certifications

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SUE field 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.

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

• Designating all types of utilities in rural and urban environments using geophysical equipment, project field documentation and survey, and vacuum excavation to expose utilities
• Obtains and maintains all required safety certifications
• Selects and applies standard issue surface geophysical equipment and non-standard accessories to accurately designate moderately complex public and private underground utility systems for 2D QL-B (2DB) & 3D QL-B (3DB) mapping projects
• Acts as “lead” on 2-person designating teams
• Collects data for and completes vault diagram forms for 2DB mapping projects
• Employs VRS GPR survey equipment to collect horizontal data for 2DB mapping projects and QL-A test holes
• Acts as “lead” on crews employing vacuum excavators and associated equipment to excavate and backfill test holes on existing utilities at average depths and, under average conditions
• Employs automatic or digital levels and associated equipment to run level loops and collect QL-A data from utilities exposed in test hole excavations
• Collects data for utility pole inventories and overhead utility mapping projects
• Implementation of approved traffic control plans for work conducted outside of travel lanes
• Coordinates with internal survey crews in the field
• Ability to travel for extended periods of time

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 required
• Experience working as a “lead” on SUE QL-A & QL-B field crews 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, with dental plans available and free vision coverage 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 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms