Field Technician II

About the role

The ideal candidate would bring at least 2 years of utility locating and utility designating experience. The position offers an excellent career development opportunity for someone looking to grow with Halff, with potential for not only business and personal growth, but ownership in the firm.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive field investigations to locate and assess subsurface utilities, utilizing Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), electromagnetic equipment, duct rudders, vacuum excavation trucks, and other advanced technologies.
• Perform utility designating and locating tasks in compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to interpret utility data and integrate findings into project plans and designs.
• Prepare accurate field sketches, maps, and reports detailing the locations, depths, and types of identified utilities.
• Maintain and operate field equipment, ensuring proper calibration and performance.
• Adhere to safety protocols and best practices during fieldwork, taking necessary precautions to prevent accidents and injuries, and current policies regarding PPE.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, team members, and at times, clients, to provide updates on field progress findings.
• Aid in coordinating with utility agencies, municipalities, and other stakeholders to obtain necessary information for projects.
• Implement traffic control devices per approved plans.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of SUE experience.
• Strong knowledge of SUE principles, utility types, and geophysical methods.
• Proficiency in operating ground penetrating radar (GPR), electromagnetic equipment, vacuum excavation trucks, and other relevant subsurface utility detection tools.
• Familiarity with utility markings, APWA color codes, and industry standards (e.g., ASCE/UESA/CI 38-22).
• Basic understanding of construction plans, maps, and engineering drawings.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make accurate judgements in complex field environments.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• An attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate and reliable field data and reports.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and physically demanding environments.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Overtime, weekend work, and travel may be needed to meet project deadlines.
• Surveying knowledge is a plus.
• Familiarity with CAD software and GIS applications is beneficial.
• Certification in utility locating or SUE methods (e.g., NULCA, UESI) is a plus.

Qualifications

• Surveying knowledge is a plus.
• Familiarity with CAD software and GIS applications is beneficial.
• Certification in utility locating or SUE methods (e.g., NULCA, UESI) is a plus.

Skills

• Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
• Electromagnetic equipment
• Duct rudders
• Vacuum excavation trucks

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Prescription
• Life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Plan

Pay

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.