Utility Locator/Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Field Technician

ZipRecruiter; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the geospatial sector is seeking motivated entry-level Utility Locators in Tampa, FL. This position offers an opportunity to be trained on the job while contributing to important projects involving underground utilities. With a supportive workplace culture and programs for professional development, successful candidates will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

401(k) Plan and Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license with approved driving history is necessary.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate vacuum excavation equipment and other tools.
• Perform utility flagging using geophysical methods.
• Assist with vehicle and site maintenance.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to learn new software

Geophysical designating techniques

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent/GED

Tools

Ground-penetrating radar

Electromagnetic induction equipment

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescriptionIf you are a motivated, self-starter with the desire and ability to learn new tasks quickly and are not afraid to get dirty - keep reading. DRMP is looking for several Entry-Level personnel with no experience necessary to join our Geospatial Division and be trained on the job to be a Utility Locator in Tampa, FL.

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Your Primary Responsibilities will include

• Truck Operator for truck and/or trailer mounted air-vacuum excavation systems
• Operate vacuum excavation equipment, concrete saw, pneumatic pavement breaker, pneumatic tamp/compactor, and other related tools or “hand dig” in order to verify the characteristics of buried utility pipes, cables, and ducts
• Perform accurate measurements with precision using various methods including laser calipers, cloth and steel tapes, EDM’s, etc.
• Provide underground utility flagging “designation” utilizing ground-penetrating radar, electromagnetic induction equipment, and other geophysical methods
• Designate all utility line types of conductive or non-conductive materials including water, sewer, gas, electric, fiber optic, PVC, and all other underground facilities that would affect excavation of a site
• Assist with maintenance of vehicle/trucks, equipment, and work sites
• Exercise extreme caution near or around any utility facility and follow all applicable job site safety parameters
• Perform basic survey data collection for utility designations and locations

What you'll need

• High School Diploma or equivalent/GED
• Basic computer skills and capacity to learn and understand new software
• Valid driver’s license with approved/acceptable driving history required. Commercial Driver License (CDL) credentials a plus
• Ability to travel as needed
• Ability to carry and lift equipment as needed
• Experience in performing geophysical designating techniques is a plus but not necessary for entry-level
• Experience in utility construction or related field is a plus but not necessary for entry-level

DRMP Offers

• Excellent compensation package
• Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Short-Term /Long-Term
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More

DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.
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