SUE Technician II: Field Utility Locating & GPR

Bowman Consulting; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowman Consulting is seeking a Survey SUE Technician II to join our team in Charleston, SC (and other NC/SC offices). The role focuses on locating utilities with EMI/GPR and vacuum truck operations, documenting data, and training junior staff. Travel to sites and adherence to safety standards are essential.

You will work under moderate supervision, support senior technicians, and contribute to project success through accurate field measurements and efficient data recording.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED strongly preferred; commensurate relevant experience considered.
• Three or more (3+) years as SUE Technician I or related experience.
• Basic knowledge of Land Surveying.
• Ability/willingness to travel for work assignments, including occasional overnight assignments.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities through nondestructive methods.
• Operate Data Collectors and collect field measurements.
• Record and document the underground utility field data accurately.
• Train to operate and maintain company equipment and vehicles.
• Train to meet company safety standards.
• Perform SUE field activities with little supervision.
• Train junior field staff.

Skills

SUE techniques

GPR operations

Data collection

Equipment operation

Team collaboration

Travel availability

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years SUE Technician experience

Valid driver's license

Tools

Data Collectors

EMI equipment

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)

Vacuum truck equipment

Job description

Bowman Consulting is seeking a Survey SUE Technician II to join our team in Charleston, SC (and other NC/SC offices). The role focuses on locating utilities with EMI/GPR and vacuum truck operations, documenting data, and training junior staff. Travel to sites and adherence to safety standards are essential.

You will work under moderate supervision, support senior technicians, and contribute to project success through accurate field measurements and efficient data recording.