SUE Technician: Subsurface Utility Locator & Field Expert

Accura Engineering; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Supportive collaborative environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering is seeking a SUE Technician to perform subsurface utility investigations at job sites, primarily in Atlanta, GA. You will use GPR, electromagnetic locators, and vacuum excavation to locate utilities and prepare field sketches and as-built data.

The role requires 1–2 years of SUE experience, the ability to read plans, and a commitment to safety. Hiring in a full-time, on-site capacity with competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years’ SUE/utility locating experience preferred.
• Familiarity with SUE methods 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.
• Locate and identify underground utilities (gas, electric, water, telecom).
• Prepare and interpret field sketches, utility drawings, and as-built data.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and field staff for accurate reporting and safe excavation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

QL-B

QL-C

QLD

QL-A

Job description

Accura Engineering is seeking a SUE Technician to perform subsurface utility investigations at job sites, primarily in Atlanta, GA. You will use GPR, electromagnetic locators, and vacuum excavation to locate utilities and prepare field sketches and as-built data.

The role requires 1–2 years of SUE experience, the ability to read plans, and a commitment to safety. Hiring in a full-time, on-site capacity with competitive compensation based on experience.