SUE/Survey Technician

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Sylva, NC is seeking a full-time Utility Locator. The role involves operating equipment to locate underground utilities and interpreting construction plans. Ideal candidates will possess strong mathematical skills and a high school diploma. The position offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

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)

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Skills in mathematics and coordinate geometry.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to locate subsurface utilities.
• Excavate utilities as needed.
• Interpret roadway and utility construction plans.

Skills

Mathematics

Coordinate Geometry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Total Stations

Data Collectors

GPS

Job description

Surveying / Subsurface Utility Engineering

Sylva, NC

ID: 23436

Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,400 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 #50 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. This position is not eligible for employer-based sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification.

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)

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to locate subsurface utilities
• 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
• Valid Driver's License Required

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.

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.