SUE Technician III — Field Lead & Mentor

JBPro; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with match

Profit Sharing

PTO (4 weeks)

Holidays (9)

Parental Leave

Employee Referral

Job summary

JBPro seeks a SUE Technician III to lead complex utility investigations in North Florida. You will guide field crews, ensure safe, efficient field execution, and deliver high-quality information to project teams.

Expertise in electromagnetic methods, GPR, and vacuum excavation is essential. The role requires 5+ years of SUE or utility locating experience, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of progressive SUE or advanced utility locating experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of underground utility systems and plans.
• Hands-on skill with electromagnetic, GPR, and vacuum excavation equipment.
• Ability to prepare legible field notes, sketches, photos, and records.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to train others and work with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of ASCE 38 quality levels and documentation practices.
• Certifications such as OSHA 10, MUTCD, or vacuum excavation preferred; ability to obtain after hire.

Responsibilities

• Supports complex multi-utility investigations using electromagnetic methods, GPR, sondes, sewer cameras, vacuum excavation, test-hole equipment, and related techniques.
• Directs and participates in Quality Level B designation and Quality Level A work; supports records research and feature collection.
• Interprets conflicting records and field evidence; troubleshoots locates and recommends further investigation.
• Coordinates daily crew activities, conducts job briefings, monitors productivity and safety compliance.
• Reviews field notes, photographs, measurements, and logs for accuracy before submittal.
• Mentors Level I/II technicians in locating theory, safety, and customer communication.
• Serves as field point of contact for clients/contractors; communicates schedule changes and scope impacts promptly.
• Maintains and coordinates maintenance for vehicles, vacuum systems, and geophysical equipment.

Skills

SUE Experience

Field Crew Coordination

Safety Compliance

Documentation

Client Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GPR

Electromagnetic Methods

Sonde

Vacuum Excavation

Sewer Cameras

Test-Hole Equipment

Job description

JBPro seeks a SUE Technician III to lead complex utility investigations in North Florida. You will guide field crews, ensure safe, efficient field execution, and deliver high-quality information to project teams.

Expertise in electromagnetic methods, GPR, and vacuum excavation is essential. The role requires 5+ years of SUE or utility locating experience, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license.