Sue Technician (Virginia Beach)

Actalent; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, dental, life insurance

HSA contribution

401(k) match

Health coverage

Job summary

Actalent in Virginia Beach is seeking a SUE Technician to identify, locate, and document underground utilities using subsurface utility engineering methods. You will read construction plans, operate EM detection equipment and GPR, and produce clear sketches and records while following safety standards.

This permanent, onsite role requires at least 3 years of utility designation experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel to Virginia sites and nearby states.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in designating all types of underground utilities.
• Proficiency in subsurface utility engineering and utility locating techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and utility records.
• Experience with land survey and mapping practices related to utility designation.
• Ability to operate electromagnetic detection equipment for subsurface utility locating.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction plans, utility maps, and utility records to identify the type and size of underground utilities.
• Operate electromagnetic detection equipment and other utility locating tools to accurately designate subsurface utilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
• Produce neat, clear sketches of utilities that have been located and marked in the field.
• Document all work performed accurately, including utility locations, measurements, and related survey information.
• Understand and follow company health and safety standards and relevant job-site safety rules.
• Work effectively in a team environment, communicating clearly with field staff and office personnel.
• Coordinate daily activities and project needs with the SUE manager and other project stakeholders.
• Help maintain field supply inventory and report inventory levels to the supervisor to prevent stock shortages.
• Keep assigned vehicle clean and fueled for field operations.
• Learn and apply survey computer programs and survey computations relevant to subsurface utility engineering.
• Travel to various project sites throughout Virginia and surrounding states and work overtime as needed to meet project deadlines.

Skills

3 years experience

utility locating techniques

reading construction plans

valid driver’s license

basic math

team collaboration

communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EM detection equipment

Ground-penetrating radar

Job description

Job Title: SUE Technician (Virginia Beach)

The SUE Technician identifies, locates, and documents underground utilities using subsurface utility engineering methods. This role requires interpreting utility maps and construction plans, operating electromagnetic detection equipment and ground-penetrating radar, and producing accurate sketches and records of all work completed. The technician supports survey and mapping activities while adhering to strict health and safety standards and contributing to a collaborative field team.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction plans, utility maps, and utility records to identify the type and size of underground utilities.
• Operate electromagnetic detection equipment and other utility locating tools to accurately designate subsurface utilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
• Produce neat, clear, and legible sketches of utilities that have been located and marked in the field.
• Document all work performed accurately, including utility locations, measurements, and related survey information.
• Understand and follow company health and safety standards and relevant job-site and traffic control safety rules.
• Work effectively in a team environment, communicating clearly with field staff and office personnel.
• Coordinate daily activities and project needs with the SUE manager and other project stakeholders.
• Help maintain field supply inventory and report inventory levels to the supervisor on a continuous basis to prevent stock shortages.
• Keep assigned vehicle clean, free from trash, and properly fueled to ensure readiness for field operations.
• Use basic calculators to perform arithmetic computations accurately and record results legibly.
• Learn and apply survey computer programs and survey computations relevant to subsurface utility engineering and mapping tasks.
• Travel to various project sites throughout Virginia and surrounding states and work overtime as needed to meet project deadlines.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 3 years of experience in designating all types of underground utilities.
• Proficiency in subsurface utility engineering and utility locating techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and utility records.
• Experience with land survey and mapping practices related to utility designation.
• Ability to operate electromagnetic detection equipment for subsurface utility locating.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid drivers license with a good driving record.
• Basic math competency and the ability to perform accurate arithmetic computations.
• Ability to use a basic calculator and record numerical results legibly.
• Ability to follow directions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in a team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the use of ground-penetrating radar (GPR) is a plus.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn survey computer programs used for utility mapping and survey computations.
• Familiarity with survey and mapping workflows in support of subsurface utility engineering.
• Strong attention to detail in field documentation and sketching of utilities.
• Commitment to following job-site and traffic control safety rules.

Work Environment

This position is primarily field-based and involves working on various project sites across Virginia and surrounding states. The role may include participation in workshare arrangements, which can result in temporary assignments to projects managed by other offices and may require travel, including occasional weekend stays. The technician must be willing and able to travel and work overtime as project needs arise. Work is performed outdoors and around active job sites, requiring adherence to health, safety, and traffic control standards. Employees have access to free vision, dental, and life insurance, with a significant portion of health care insurance covered, a contribution to a health savings account, and a 401(k) plan with employer match, reflecting a supportive and benefits-oriented work culture.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $52000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Free Vision, dental, and life insurance -80% of health care insurance covered -$900 contribution to HSA -4% 401k match

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Virginia Beach,VA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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