SUE Field Technician III

SAM; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

SAM is hiring a SUE Field Technician III to designate, document, and map utilities in rural and urban settings. You will lead field crews, operate RTK GPR and total stations, and coordinate with clients to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Ideal candidates have 4–5 years in SUE, strong leadership on QL-A/QL-B projects, and a driving record permitting site travel. This full-time role offers extensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of SUE field experience
• Lead on SUE QL-A & QL-B field crews
• Project-level field supervisor on QL-A & QL-B projects
• Surveying experience preferred
• Military experience is a plus
• Valid driver's license and MVR standards

Responsibilities

• Designation and documentation of utilities using geophysical equipment
• Lead 2D/3D QL-B mapping with up to two crews
• Coordinate with clients, field crews, office staff and service providers
• Operate geophysical and survey equipment for utility mapping
• Prepare Structures Data Reports and analyze utility plans

Skills

SUE field leadership

Geophysical surveying

Data mapping

Team coordination

Tools

RTK GPR

Total stations

Vacuum excavation gear

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

The SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering) Field Technician III is responsible for the accurate designation, documentation, and mapping of utilities in rural and urban environments. This role requires advanced technical expertise, leadership in the field, and coordination with clients, utility owners, and service providers to ensure high-quality project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Utility Designation and Documentation

• Designate utilities using geophysical equipment
• Perform field surveys, document projects, and conduct vacuum excavation for utility exposure
• Collect data and complete vault diagrams for 3D QL-B mapping

Project Management and Leadership

• Lead 2D and 3D QL-B mapping projects with up to two crews
• Oversee vacuum excavation and backfilling under complex conditions
• Coordinate with clients, field crews, office staff, project managers, utility, owners, and service providers

Technical Proficiency

• Operate geophysical and survey equipment for utility mapping
• Use RTK GPR and total stations for accurate horizontal and vertical data collection
• Collect vertical data for gravity flow systems using levels

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare Structures Data Reports and analyze utility plans and records

Safety and Compliance

• Maintain required safety certifications and ensure adherence to safety standards

This role is ideal for experienced SUE professionals who thrive in dynamic environments, are skilled at leading field operations, and enjoy opportunities to travel as part of their work.

What You Bring to SAM

• 4-5 years of SUE field experience preferred
• Experience as a “lead” on SUE QL-A & QL-B field crews required
• Previous role as a project-level field supervisor on SUE QL-A & QL-B projects preferred
• Surveying experience preferred
• Military experience is a plus
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards

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

Salary Maximum

USD $40.00/per hour

Salary Minimum

USD $25.00/per hour