SUE Field Technician III

Gdbgeospatial; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Financial rewards and retirement plans

Work-life balance and paid time off

Professional development programs

Perks and discounts and company events

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) in Knoxville is seeking a SUE field technician to designate utilities and lead field crews on mapping projects. The role requires 4–5 years of SUE field experience, knowledge of ASCE 38, and the ability to travel for extended periods.

You will use total stations and RTK/GPR equipment to collect data and support infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate brings survey experience and a proven track record of leading crews, along with strong safety and data

Qualifications

• SUE field experience (4–5 years) preferred.
• Experience leading SUE QL-A & QL-B field crews.
• Experience as a project-level field supervisor on SUE QL-A & QL-B projects preferred.
• Survey experience preferred.
• Military experience is a plus.
• Thorough understanding of ASCE 38 guidelines and quality levels.

Responsibilities

• Designate utilities in rural and urban environments using geophysical equipment and field survey.
• Obtain and maintain all required safety certifications.
• Lead SUE QL-A and QL-B field crews on mapping projects.
• Apply non-standard surface-geophysical equipment for complex utility systems.
• Collect data and complete vault diagrams for mapping projects.
• Coordinate with clients, utility owners, and field partners.
• Interpret planimetric and design plans, profiles and utility records.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Ability to travel

ASCE 38 knowledge

Lead field crew

Survey experience

Military experience a plus

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Total station

RTK GPS

Automatic/digital levels

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

• 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
• Manage individual 2D QL-B (2DB) & 3D QL-B (3DB) mapping projects, typically comprised of not more that (2) independent crews/teams
• Selects and applies non-standard surfacegeophysical equipment and accessories to accurately designate complex public and private underground utility systems for 2DB & 3DB mapping projects
• Collects data for and completes vault diagram forms for 3DB mapping projects
• Acts as “lead” on crews employing vacuum excavators and associated equipment to excavate and backfill test holes on existing utilities at deeper than average depths and/or under other than average conditions
• Employs total station survey equipment to collect horizontal data for 2DB mapping projects and QL-A test holes
• Employs RTK GPR survey equipment to collect horizontal and vertical data for 3DB mapping projects
• Employs automatic or digital levels and associated equipment to collect vertical data from structures associated with gravity flow utility systems
• Collects data for and completes Structures Data Reports for structures associated with gravity flow utility systems
• Coordinates with clients, utility owners, property owners, etc. in the field
• Coordinates with providers of traffic control, off duty officers, saw cutting and other 3rd party services in the field.
• Advanced comprehension and interpretation of planimetric and design plans, profiles and cross sections, utility records, etc.

What You Bring to SAM

• High School Diploma
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards
• Ability to travel for extended periods of time
• Thorough understanding of ASCE 38 guidelines and associated quality levels
• (4-5) years of SUE field experience preferred
• Experience working as a “lead” on SUE QL-A & QL-B field crew required
• Experience working as a project level field supervisor on SUE QL-A & QL-B projects 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