SUE Field Technician II

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is hiring a SUE Field Technician II in Virginia Beach, VA. This position involves operating equipment to locate subsurface utilities, interpreting construction plans, and documenting field notes. Candidates must provide evidence of relevant experience and possess a valid driver's license.

Benefits include affordable insurance options, paid time off, and a 401K plan. The role requires working outdoors as well as in an office environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in utility designating and locating.
• Ability to lead project assignments and supervise crews.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and pass a motor vehicle screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to locate subsurface utilities.
• Interpret roadway and utility construction plans.
• Document assignments and maintain accurate field notes.

Skills

Utility designating and locating equipment

Good organizational skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of Vacuum Excavation and Ground Penetrating Radar

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Utility designating equipment

Job description

SUE Field Technician II

Virginia Beach, VA

Full-Time / Regular

Position Summary

JMT is currently looking for experienced utility designators 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.

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
• Perform calculations
• 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
• Must be able to fully comprehend and interpret roadway and utility construction plans, and utility record drawings
• Ability to lead project assignments
• Use of multiple types of utility designating equipment
• Good organizational, written, and verbal communications 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 50lbs as needed
• Team Attitude / Mindset
• Ability to travel required

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. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 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 10% 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

• 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.