SUE/Survey Field Technician

Esp-Associates,-Inc; Lakeland (FL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

401(k) match

PTO & 10 holidays

Health insurance

Teladoc access

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Pickett, an ESP Associates company, is seeking a SUE/Survey Field Technician in Lakeland, FL. The role involves working with field crews to perform surveys across boundary, topographic, right-of-way, and subsurface utility projects.

The position is outdoors, with travel to sites ranging from construction to wetlands. It requires teamwork, safety, and a willingness to learn various field techniques and data management.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or acceptable equivalency.
• Hands-on vacuum excavation and/or GPR strongly preferred.
• Experience designating utilities and records research is a plus.
• Experience with DOT/public utility projects is a plus.
• Ability to work outdoors in various terrains and weather.

Responsibilities

• Learn basic measurements and field data recording.
• Support SUE tasks in the field including vac truck and GPR locating.
• Assist Party Chief and crew with daily workload.
• Perform utility designation and records research.
• Upload/download data from collectors daily.
• Operate survey total stations and data collectors.
• Prepare field sketches and photos.
• Complete daily checklists and timesheets.
• Maintain field equipment in good condition.
• Perform other field survey and SUE duties as assigned.

Skills

High school diploma

GPR knowledge

Vacuum excavation experience

Record data in field

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vacuum Excavation (vac truck)

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)

EM pipe & cable locating

Total stations & data collectors

Job description

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SUE/Survey Field Technician

Regular Full-Time Lakeland, FL, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 5587

Workplace Type: Hybrid

About Us:

Pickett, an ESP Associates company, is a highly innovative surveying and engineering company with over 60 years of industry experience serving clients throughout the US and Caribbean.

At Pickett, we use the acronym S.O.L.V.E. to define our core values that include: Safety first, Outstanding service, Lasting relationships, Valued teamwork and Engaged culture.

“We solve the problems that matter”and we are always looking to add passionate, motivated, and qualified individuals to our rapidly expanding team.

About the Role:

This SUE/Survey Field Technician position works with a team of field crew members to complete a wide variety of survey and utility designation projects.

Projects may include boundary, topographic, right-of-way acquisition, transmission line, transportation, wetland, construction, and subsurface utility engineering (SUE) surveys as clients require.

This is an outdoor position that will require you to be in areas ranging from right of ways, construction sites, agriculture sites, woodland sites, swamp, wetlands, and everything in-between.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Learn basic measurements and calculations to record field data
• Support SUE tasks in the field, including vacuum excavation (vac truck) and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) locating, along with Electromagnetic (EM) pipe & cable locating equipment
• Assist Party Chief and other crew members with the daily workload
• Perform utility designating and records research
• Daily uploading and downloading of data collectors
• Operate survey total stations, data collectors, and levels
• Prepare and organize field sketches and digital photographs
• Complete daily checklists and timesheets
• Daily care and charging of survey instruments
• Other field survey and SUE duties as assigned

What You Bring:

• Must possess a high school diploma or acceptable equivalency (required)
• Hands‑on experience with vacuum excavation (vac truck) and/or Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) strongly preferred
• Previous experience designating utilities and performing records research a plus, preferably in an engineering design environment
• Experience with DOT, municipal, and/or public utility projects a plus
• Surveying and/or drafting experience a plus, but not required
• Ability to work in a safe manner and always obey safety regulations
• Strong desire to advance your knowledge and keep up to date with upgrades in technology
• Ability to communicate technical information both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills while performing field operations
• Must be at least 21 years old, possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record acceptable to our company insurance provider (this is a condition of initial and continued employment) (required)
• Physical ability to work outdoors and on construction sites under all weather conditionsThis position may consist of standing, walking, sitting, lifting up to 50 lbs., bending/stooping, reaching over head, repetitive motions, climbing (ladders, stairs, hills, etc.), wearing personal protective equipment, and driving a company vehicle
• Ability to work overtime as required or travel out of town for work assignments
• Office work may also be required on an as-needed basis
• Candidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company's driving (MVR) policy

So...Why Join Us?

You will have the opportunity to learn, grow and directly contribute to our business. You will also have a very visible and tangible impact by solving real world problems.

You will contribute significantly to the growth and development of our company while also continuing to be challenged and inspired along the way!

Pickett offers an excellent employee benefits package including:

• Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses
• 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)
• PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays
• VTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date)
• Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
• Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
• Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer Paid)