SUE Field Technician III

The Senior SUE Field Technician serves as a lead technical resource for SUE field operations. This position is responsible for managing complex utility investigations for transportation land development bridges roadways pipeline infrastructure projects. This role will lead field crews ensuring quality standards are met and mentoring junior staff. The Senior Technician provides advanced technical expertise and serves as primary field contact for project teams utility owners and clients.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and execute utility designation surveying and vacuum excavation activities for complex projects while ensuring accurate utility identification and documentation.
• Plan coordinate and oversee daily field operations including crew assignments project scheduling resource allocation and field logistics.
• Review field data sketches and utility records for accuracy resolve utility conflicts and maintain quality control standards across project deliverables.
• Serve as a primary field liaison with project managers engineers utility owners contractors and clients to support successful project execution.
• Train mentor and provide technical guidance to junior technicians fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
• Promote a culture of safety continuous improvement and operational excellence while supporting project budgets schedules and overall performance objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• 5 years of SUE utility locating surveying or related infrastructure experience.
• Valid TX drivers license
• Demonstrated experience leading field crews or serving as a lead
• Advanced knowledge of utility designation vacuum excavation and surveying practices.
• Strong leadership communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Utility location certifications
• OSHA 30 certification
• Experience with GPS GIS survey software and CADD platforms
• Experience coordinating multuple field crews

Physical Demands

• Stooping kneeling or crouching
• Walking standing majority of time

Travel Requirements

• 75% or more of the time

Work Environment

• Exposure to heat cold or extreme weather
• Exposure to noise odors and fumes
• Working around machinery heavy equipment

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