SUE Field Technician II

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401K

Career Development

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is seeking a SUE Field Technician II in Raleigh, NC. The role involves locating subsurface utilities, marking utilities at the site, and assisting with field data collection and documentation.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, several years of field surveying experience, and the ability to work outdoors in varied weather. Travel and lifting requirements apply, with a strong emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.
• Valid Driver's License Required.
• Able to pass Background Check.
• Must be able to fully comprehend and interpret roadway and utility construction plans, and utility record drawings.
• Skills in mathematics and coordinate geometry.
• Familiarity with total stations, data collectors and GPS.
• Ability to lead project assignments.
• Ability to travel required.
• Use of multiple types of utility designating equipment.
• Good organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Vacuum Excavation and Ground Penetrating Radar equipment/procedures.
• 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 50 lbs as needed.
• Team attitude / mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to locate subsurface utilities.
• Mark utilities upon location.
• Excavate utilities as needed.
• Interpret roadway and utility construction plans and utility record drawings.
• Record accurate and clear field notes.
• Document assignments.
• Collect data using survey equipment.
• Perform calculations.

Skills

Motor Vehicle screening

Valid Driver's License

Background Check

Project leadership

Team attitude

Able to travel

Written communication

Outdoor work

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Total stations

GPS

Data collectors

Vacuum Excavation equipment

Ground Penetrating Radar

Job description

SUE Field Technician II

Surveying / Subsurface Utility Engineering

Raleigh, NC

Position Summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with over 2,800 professionals, providing multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary: JMT is looking for experienced utility designators and test hole crew chiefs to join the Underground Utilities, Land Surveying, and Mapping team in Raleigh, NC.

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.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to locate subsurface utilities
• Mark utilities upon location
• Excavate utilities as needed
• Interpret roadway and utility construction plans and utility record drawings
• Record accurate and clear field notes
• Document assignments
• Collect data using survey equipment
• Perform calculations

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
• Must be able to fully comprehend and interpret roadway and utility construction plans, and utility record drawings
• Skills in mathematics and coordinate geometry
• Familiarity with total stations, data collectors and GPS
• Ability to lead project assignments
• Ability to travel required
• Use of multiple types of utility designating equipment
• Good organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Vacuum Excavation and Ground Penetrating Radar equipment/procedures
• 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 50 lbs as needed
• Team attitude / mindset

Required Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the successful application of multiple types of utility designating and locating equipment, with demonstrated ability to lead project assignments and supervise multiple crews
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Land Surveying experience a plus

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field 90% of the time. The role requires extensive bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects up to 25 lbs. Outdoor work may occur in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Work is performed within a general office environment 10% of the time. Office tasks are generally sedentary 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.

Some travel is required.

Some night shift work is required.

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…

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.