SUE Technician: Field Utility Locator & Mapping Pro

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company 2

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and careerop

Job summary

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. seeks a SUE Technician to perform subsurface utility investigations using GPR, electromagnetic locators, and vacuum excavation.

You will accurately locate utilities and prepare field sketches and as-built data, collaborating with project managers and engineers to ensure safe excavation. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years in SUE or related fields, familiarity with QL methods, and the ability to read construction plans.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in SUE, utility locating, or a related field.
• Familiarity with SUE methods, including QL-B, QL-C, QLD and QL-A.
• Ability to read and interpret construction and utility plans.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Willingness to travel to job sites and work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform subsurface utility investigations using ground-penetrating radar (GPR), electromagnetic locators, and vacuum excavation techniques.
• Accurately locate and identify underground utilities, such as gas, electric, water, and telecommunications lines.
• Prepare and interpret field sketches, utility drawings, and as-built data.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other field staff to ensure accurate reporting and safe excavation practices.
• Ensure all work complies with safety protocols and industry standards.
• Assist with the preparation of reports, deliverables, and field notes.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles in a clean and functional condition.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

QL-B

QL-C

QL-D

QL-A

Job description

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. seeks a SUE Technician to perform subsurface utility investigations using GPR, electromagnetic locators, and vacuum excavation.

You will accurately locate utilities and prepare field sketches and as-built data, collaborating with project managers and engineers to ensure safe excavation. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years in SUE or related fields, familiarity with QL methods, and the ability to read construction plans.