SUE Technician III

KCI Technologies Inc.; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a field technician to operate and maintain a vacuum excavation truck and to identify underground utilities. You will perform field sketches and measurements to support accurate utility designations on site.

The role emphasizes safety around traffic, basic surveying, GPR, and CAD (CADD), with at least 2 years of utility locating/designating experience and a valid driver's license. Pre-employment drug screening is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of utility locating or designating experience.
• Ability to read and create field sketches and measurements.
• Knowledge of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a vacuum excavation truck and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Identify and designate underground utilities; perform field sketches and measurements.
• Conduct daily activities documentation and records research as needed.
• Follow safety precautions around traffic and work zones.

Skills

Utility locating

Field sketches

SUE experience

GPR experience

Surveying

CADD

Education

Highschool Diploma/GED

Tools

GPR equipment

CADD (CAD)

Job description

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee's have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

FEMALES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THIS FIELD BASED POSITION.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Target candidate may be required to operate and maintain a vacuum excavation truck and related equipment safely and efficiently
• Possess the ability to designate/locate a variety of underground utilities, create legible field sketches, simple mathematics, field measurements, document daily activities, and perform records research.
• This position is similar to a utility locator or utility designator and requires minimum of 2 years of utility locating or designating using many types of pipe and cable locating devices
• Experience with Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) is preferred
• Understanding basic traffic control and the hazards associated with working in and around traffic and follow safety precautions
• Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), Surveying, CADD, and vacuum excavation truck experience a plus.
• * Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Skills Required:
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience
• Highschool Diploma/GED
• Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to maintain required certifications.

Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.