SUE Technician

Actalent, Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/PTO

Job summary

Actalent, Inc. is seeking a SUE Technician in Sarasota, FL to perform underground utility locating and dig test holes to measure depth. The role requires operating Vac Truck Equipment and heavy equipment, with a focus on safety and reliability. Expect outdoor work, potential travel up to 5 days, and overtime as needed.

The position is contract-to-hire and onsite, offering competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within Geomatics. Salary is hourly and commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED.
• Ability to perform heavy labor.
• Comfortable working outside in extreme heat and weather.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass an MVR check.
• Willingness to travel extensively, up to 5 days during the week.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Previous utility locating or survey experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Use underground utility locating equipment to identify utility positions.
• Dig test holes to measure the depth of underground utilities.
• Operate Vac Truck Equipment, jackhammer, pogo-tamper, concrete saw, compressor blower, vacuum hose, and air lance.
• Perform daily basic maintenance on equipment.
• Engage in heavy physical labor and ensure safety standards are met.

Skills

Subsurface utility engineering

Ground-penetrating radar

General labor

Construction & utility locating

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vac Truck Equipment

Jackhammer

Pogo-tamper

Concrete saw

Air lance

Job description

Job Title: SUE Technician

This person will be in the SUE department, using underground utility locating equipment and then digging test holes to measure the depth of the underground utilities. This person will be required to perform heavy physical labor, including digging of test holes, operation of Vac Truck Equipment, jackhammer, pogo-tamper, concrete saw, compressor blower, vacuum hose, air lance, utility locating equipment, and performing daily basic maintenance on equipment.

Job Description

This person will be in the SUE department, using underground utility locating equipment and then digging test holes to measure the depth of the underground utilities. This person will be required to perform heavy physical labor, including digging of test holes, operation of Vac Truck Equipment, jackhammer, pogo-tamper, concrete saw, compressor blower, vacuum hose, air lance, utility locating equipment, and performing daily basic maintenance on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Use underground utility locating equipment to identify utility positions.
• Dig test holes to measure the depth of underground utilities.
• Operate Vac Truck Equipment, jackhammer, pogo-tamper, concrete saw, compressor blower, vacuum hose, and air lance.
• Perform daily basic maintenance on equipment.
• Engage in heavy physical labor and ensure safety standards are met.

Essential Skills

• Experience in subsurface utility engineering.
• Knowledge of ground-penetrating radar.
• General labor skills.
• Proficiency in construction and utility locating.
• Reliable and hardworking with a desire to grow within Geomatics.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school education or GED.
• Ability to perform heavy labor.
• Comfortable working outside in extreme heat and weather.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass an MVR check.
• Willingness to travel extensively, up to 5 days during the week.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Previous utility locating or survey experience is a plus.

Work Environment

This is an outdoor role that may require travel during the week. The candidate must be comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds. Expect 5-15 hours of overtime weekly. The company offers a stable job environment with cutting-edge technology and a significant backlog of work. Employees receive competitive benefits, including healthcare and paid time off. The organization values family and provides opportunities for raises and career growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sarasota, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $17.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sarasota, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.