Utility Locator

Synerfac Technical Staffing; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Synerfac Technical Staffing is seeking entry-level Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Technicians to support a growing team in Raleigh, NC. The role involves identifying, mapping, and documenting underground utilities for various civil engineering projects.

You will conduct field investigations using techniques like ground-penetrating radar and vacuum excavation, prepare detailed reports, and assist with GIS mapping and utility databases.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of utility digging/locating experience is required.
• Knowledge of GPR equipment, RF locators, and vacuum excavation equipment is a plus.
• Ability to work outdoors for long periods and travel overnight to project sites.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations to locate and map underground utilities using techniques (e.g., ground-penetrating radar, vacuum excavation).
• Prepare accurate documentation and reports of subsurface utility conditions.
• Assist in maintaining and updating utility databases and GIS mapping systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations during field operations.
• Assist with field investigations by using electromagnetic and geophysical equipment to detect and map subsurface utilities.

Skills

Fieldwork

Safety awareness

Documentation

Tools

GPR equipment

RF locators

Vacuum excavation

GIS mapping

Job description

We are seeking both entry-level Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Technicians to support our growing team. The ideal candidates will assist in the identification, mapping, and documentation of underground utilities for various civil engineering projects.

Job Responsibilities

• - Conduct field investigations to locate and map existing underground utilities using various techniques (e.g., ground-penetrating radar, vacuum excavation)
• - Prepare accurate documentation and reports of subsurface utility conditions
• - Assist in maintaining and updating utility databases and GIS mapping systems
• - Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations during field operations
• - Assist with field investigations by using electromagnetic and geophysical equipment to detect and map subsurface utilities

Job Requirements

• - 1+ year(s) of utility digging/locating experience
• - Knowledge and experience with utility systems, GPR equipment, radio frequency locators, and vacuum excavation equipment is a plus
• - Ability to work outdoors for long periods of time and travel overnight to project sites
• - Valid drivers license required