SUE Technician: Subsurface Utility Locator

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company 2

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. seeks a SUE Technician in Atlanta, GA to perform subsurface utility investigations using GPR, electromagnetic locators, and vacuum excavation, with a focus on safe excavation practices.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in SUE or utility locating, can read construction plans, and will work with project managers and field staff to produce accurate reports, field notes, and drawings while traveling to job sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of experience in SUE or utility locating.
• Familiarity with SUE methods, including QL-B, QL-C, QLD and QL-A.
• Ability to read and interpret construction and utility plans.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform subsurface utility investigations using GPR, electromagnetic locators, and vacuum excavation techniques.
• Accurately locate and identify underground utilities such as gas, electric, water, and telecommunications lines.
• Prepare and interpret field sketches, utility drawings, and as-built data.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other field staff to ensure accurate reporting and safe excavation practices.
• Ensure all work complies with safety protocols and industry standards.
• Assist with the preparation of reports, deliverables, and field notes.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles in a clean and functional condition.

Skills

Reading plans

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Highschool diploma or GED

1–2 years SUE/utility locating

Tools

GPR

Electromagnetic locators

Vacuum excavation equipment

Job description

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. seeks a SUE Technician in Atlanta, GA to perform subsurface utility investigations using GPR, electromagnetic locators, and vacuum excavation, with a focus on safe excavation practices.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in SUE or utility locating, can read construction plans, and will work with project managers and field staff to produce accurate reports, field notes, and drawings while traveling to job sites as needed.