SUE Technician I: Field Utility Locating & GPR

McAdams; The Colony (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

McAdams is seeking a Geomatics professional to perform SUE/utility locating on diverse municipal, university, and private projects. You will learn utility systems, operate EM, GPR, and vacuum excavation equipment, and travel to and from sites while representing the firm with safety and integrity.

The role emphasizes professional growth, teamwork, and a hands-on approach in a fast-paced environment that values precise work and ethical conduct.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of survey experience required.
• Must be willing to travel to sites.
• Willing to learn and operate survey equipment (total stations and GPS).
• Experience outdoors in variable conditions.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
• Drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Perform SUE/utility locating on a variety of projects.
• Learn about different utility systems and how each works and is installed.
• Learn and work with equipment such as EM, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), and vacuum excavation equipment
• Represent McAdams in a safe and professional manner - exhibiting honesty, practicing good ethics, and adhering to traffic laws/practicing safe driving habits

Skills

Survey experience

Travel to sites

Technical skills

Detail oriented

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EM equipment

Ground Penetrating Radar

Vacuum excavation equipment

Total stations and GPS

Job description

McAdams is seeking a Geomatics professional to perform SUE/utility locating on diverse municipal, university, and private projects. You will learn utility systems, operate EM, GPR, and vacuum excavation equipment, and travel to and from sites while representing the firm with safety and integrity.

The role emphasizes professional growth, teamwork, and a hands-on approach in a fast-paced environment that values precise work and ethical conduct.