Surveying And Mapping, LLC
Lead SUE Field Technician
US-OH-Westerville
Job ID: 24-6567
Type: Regular Full-Time
of Openings: 1
Category: Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)
Columbus
Overview
For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services (MGS ) framework. As North America's premiere MGS company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.
Responsibilities
As the Lead SUE Field Technician, you will play a critical role in managing the identification, location, and mapping of underground utilities for various projects. This position involves leading field operations, ensuring accurate data collection, and working closely with project teams to meet client specifications and company standards. You will oversee a team of technicians, coordinate with office staff, and ensure field operations run smoothly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
Field Leadership: Lead and manage daily field operations for Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) projects, ensuring all work is conducted safely and efficiently.
Utility Identification: Use various technologies (including electromagnetic, ground-penetrating radar, and vacuum excavation) to identify, locate, and document underground utilities.
Data Collection & Reporting: Ensure accurate data collection, including precise utility locations and depths, and communicate findings clearly to office staff and project teams.
Team Supervision: Oversee and mentor a team of field technicians, providing guidance, training, and ensuring adherence to safety and operational standards.
Quality Control: Review and verify the accuracy of data collected by the field team, ensuring that all deliverables meet project requirements and quality standards.
Client & Project Coordination: Coordinate with clients, project managers, and office teams to ensure project timelines are met and any field issues are promptly addressed.
Equipment Management: Maintain and troubleshoot field equipment, ensuring all tools and technologies are in proper working order and utilized effectively.
Safety Compliance: Enforce safety protocols and procedures, ensuring the team operates within all safety guidelines at all times.
Qualifications
High School Diploma
Ability to travel for extended periods of time
Thorough understanding of ASCE 38 guidelines and associated quality levels
(4-5) years of SUE field experience preferred
Experience working as a "lead" on SUE QL-A & QL-B field crew required
Experience working as a project level field supervisor on SUE QL-A & QL-B projects preferred
Survey experience preferred
Military experience is a plus