SUE Technician II

WSP in the U.S.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a SUE Technician II, where you will be part of a dynamic Geospatial team in North Carolina. This role offers the chance to engage in Subsurface Utility Engineering, working with advanced utility locating equipment and contributing to a culture of safety and excellence. You'll receive ongoing training and mentoring, ensuring your professional growth in a supportive environment. If you're detail-oriented, a problem solver, and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in the field while enjoying a collaborative company culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the SUE industry.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and operate utility locating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and maintenance of site safety plans.
• Communicate project progress and needs with office staff.
• Operate vacuum excavation equipment and assist with field tasks.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BS degree in relevant discipline

Tools

EM Utility Locating Equipment

GPR Utility Locating Equipment

Vacuum Excavation Equipment

Survey Equipment (Conventional and GPS)

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a SUE Technician II with the option to work out of one of our North Carolina offices 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. Candidates with a BS degree in a relevant discipline and experience 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 with day-to-day duties.
• Grow abilities in operation of EM and GPR utility locating equipment.
• Assist with ensuring assigned SUE field project tasks and data collection are quality, accurate, and thorough.
• Communicate with office staff on project progress, project needs, equipment needs, etc.
• Engage in occasional contact with client personnel to schedule and coordinate project activities.
• Operate vacuum excavation equipment independent of Analyst at times.
• Drive and operate company vehicles.
• Develop abilities to lead crew.
• Remain current in/learn of 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.
• 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 excellent communication skills.
• Partial ability and willing to learn how to use EM and GPR locating equipment.
• Familiar with operation vacuum excavation equipment.
• Willing to work with vacuum excavation equipment.
• Partial ability and willing to learn to read utility as-built/schematic records.
• Ability to operate or 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.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.