SUE/Survey Technician

JMT; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Survey Technician to join their dynamic team in Asheville, NC. This role involves extensive fieldwork, requiring expertise in utility locating and marking, as well as proficiency in mathematics and coordinate geometry. The successful candidate will operate advanced equipment to ensure accurate utility identification and contribute to vital infrastructure projects. With a commitment to employee ownership and professional growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this role is for you.

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave Program

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career Development Programs

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of utility locating and marking.
• Skills in mathematics and coordinate geometry are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to locate subsurface utilities.
• Mark utilities upon location and excavate as needed.

Skills

Mathematics

Coordinate Geometry

Utility Locating

Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Total Stations

Data Collectors

GPS

Job description

SUE/Survey Technician

Surveying / Subsurface Utility Engineering

Asheville, NC • ID: 22942 • Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary: Performs assignments requiring extensive knowledge of utility locating/marking of all underground utility types.

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

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

Required Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Skills in mathematics and coordinate geometry
• Familiarity with total stations, data collectors and GPS

Preferred Experience:

• Related experience

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in the field 95% of the time. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, lifting, and carrying objects weighing up to 75 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 5% 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:

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.