SUE Technician IV

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. is hiring a SUE Technician IV in Fairfax, VA to perform utility designation using GPR and other locating tools. You will lead field crews, ensure safety, and maintain records and sketches of underground utilities.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a DOT medical card; familiarity with Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) is highly valued. This full-time role offers growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience
• Experience with subsurface utility engineering (SUE) and ground penetrating radar (GPR) is a plus
• Must have valid driver's license and be able to obtain DOT medical card

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain vacuum excavation equipment; designate/locate underground utilities; review as-built drawings and roadway plans; produce field sketches; perform records research; supervise crews; conduct monthly safety meetings and implement corrective actions.
• Lead and mentor crews with a positive attitude; follow instructions; ensure accurate designation and locating of subsurface utilities; may perform basic equipment maintenance; demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
• Possess a valid driver's license; ability to obtain a DOT medical card; CDL is a plus; NULCA or other certification is a plus and willingness to travel for projects.

Job description

SUE Technician IV

Job Locations

US-VA-Fairfax

Job ID

2026-8203

Category

Utilities

Type

Full-Time Regular - 40 hours

Posted Date

6 hours ago (10/19/2026 12:05 PM)

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.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This position is similar to a utility locator or utility designator which requires minimum of 4-8 years of utility locating or utility designating experience using many types of pipe and cable locating devices including Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR). Select and implement proper maintenance of traffic signage and follow safety precautions. Experience in Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) according to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is necessary. Surveying, CADD and vacuum excavation truck experience a plus.

• Target candidate may be required to operate and maintain a vacuum excavation truck and related equipment safely and efficiently. Designate/locate a variety of underground utilities, understand as-built drawings and roadway plans, create legible field sketches, perform records research, operate and maintain vacuum excavation equipment, and supervise multiple 2 and 3 person crews. Hold monthly safety meetings and identify potential safety hazards and create a corrective action plan when safety hazards are recognized. Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to follow instructions, training and mentoring crews with a positive can-do attitude are necessities. Must possess leadership and mentoring skills. Ability to accurately designate and locate various subsurface utilities in varied site conditions. Ability to perform some equipment maintenance tasks a plus. Mechanical aptitude is desired.
• A valid current driver's license and have the ability to obtain a Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical card for Commercial Motor Vehicle operation is required. Current Commercial Driver's License is a plus. NULCA or other certification is a plus.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, walk for extended periods, work in all weather conditions, willing to work evenings/weekends when required, willing to travel for overnight and extended stay projects as required.

* 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 4 years of relevant work experience

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.