SUE Technician I

WSP; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated SUE Technician I to join their dynamic Geospatial team in North Carolina. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Subsurface Utility Engineering while working alongside a supportive management team. You will assist in various tasks, including the operation of utility locating equipment and ensuring quality data collection. Ideal for new graduates, this position promises ongoing training and a collaborative work environment, making it an excellent stepping stone for your career in the geospatial field.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in the SUE industry.
• Willing to learn how to use EM and GPR locating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and maintenance of site safety plans.
• Learn basic operation of electromagnetic and ground penetrating radar utility locating equipment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BS Degree in a Relevant Discipline

Tools

Electromagnetic Locating Equipment

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)

Survey Equipment (Conventional and GPS)

Vacuum Excavation Equipment

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a SUE Technician I with the option to work out of our Mooresville or Charlotte, NC office to support our Southeast Region Geospatial / Surveying Team. The successful candidate will be part of a team conducting Subsurface Utility Engineering of all levels. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with an exceptional management team, highly regarded in the market, and within a supportive and collaborative company culture.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a robust and rapidly growing Geospatial team offering ongoing training/mentoring and promotional opportunities, as well as a stable backlog. New Graduates with a BS degree in a relevant discipline will be considered.

Your Impact

• Assist with development and maintenance of site safety plans.
• Create a culture of safety observing and complying with all company and related safety rules.
• Assist SUE Analyst/SUE Tech II with day-to-day duties.
• Learn basic operation of electromagnetic and ground penetrating radar utility locating equipment.
• Learn basic data collection with survey equipment.
• Assist with ensuring assigned SUE field project tasks and data collection are quality, accurate, and thorough.
• Assist with operation of vacuum excavation equipment.
• Drive and operate company vehicles.
• Develop abilities as a SUE Tech.
• Learn about and remain current in latest SUE/survey knowledge, techniques, and practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0-2 years of experience in the SUE industry.
• Ability to work independently, and as part of a diverse team.
• Willing to learn, analytical, detail oriented, goal driven, problem solver, self-lead.
• Possess/willing to develop excellent communication skills.
• Willing to learn how to use EM and GPR locating equipment.
• Willing to learn operation vacuum excavation equipment.
• Willing to learn operation of survey equipment (conventional and GPS).
• Ability to traverse terrain, as project dictates, in all seasons.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs or work as a team to do so.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with acceptable MVR.
• Be able to pass criminal background check and drug screening.
• Able to work occasional overtime as project timeline dictates.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

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