SUE Technician II

NV5, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Professional development/advancement opportunities

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

NV5, Inc. is seeking a full-time SUE Tech II in the Town of Florida, New York, responsible for locating underground utilities on utility services projects. The successful candidate will work as part of a team, using specific equipment to verify existing utilities and collect necessary data for assessment.

The role demands a background in utility designation, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to travel up to 50%. NV5 offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft office software including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to type proficiently.
• 1-3 years of utility designation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Use equipment to locate underground utilities safely and efficiently.
• Work as part of a two to four-man crew for utility identification.
• Assist with the operation and maintenance of vacuum excavation truck.

Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft office software

Ability to type

1-3 years of utility designation experience

Familiar with AutoCAD

Familiar with Microstation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Tools

IOS operating system

iPad or tablet

Job description

Overview

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

Entry and mid-level positions working primarily outside as part of a small team or crew. Chance to learn underground utility location as it pertains to the design of new roads, buildings, and utility master plans. Learn the mitigation of risk associated with the damage to underground utilities during construction from faulty design due to incomplete existing condition information. This opportunity provides the chance to work on GIS grade maps for cities, counties, and private institutions. All tools and equipment are provided along with a company vehicle. The NV5 Utility Services Department likes to promote from within and will train the proper applicant.

Responsibilities

NV5 is seeking a full-time SUE Tech II. This individual will use industry specific equipment to locate a variety of underground utilities safely and efficiently on utility services projects. Also, the technician will be visiting project sites to verify existing utilities. The most frequent and essential work activities include:

• Location of underground utilities such as water, gas, power, fiber optic, and telephone.
• Identification of utility sizes, materials, and types.
• Work as part of a two to four man crew.
• Collection of existing conditions information for the assessment and identification of underground utilities.
• Assist with operation and maintenance of vacuum excavation truck.
• Be knowledgeable of the quality levels of SUE and how to differentiate between each one.
• Ability to help implement new technologies and methods.
• Provide support for land survey in the creation of topographic maps.

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office software; Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to type.
• Familiar of IOS operating system, a plus.
• Familiar with AutoCAD and Microstation, a plus.
• 1-3 years of utility designation experience
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license prior to employment
• Ability to travel (up to 50% of the time)
• Familiarity with iPad or tablet, a plus
• Minimum education requirement of High School Diploma or GED.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.