Sue Technician

About the role

Lead a two-person utility locating and vacuum excavation crew, performing underground utility investigations and designations using SUE equipment while ensuring safe, accurate project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field activities and crew operations.
• Locate, identify, and designate underground utilities.
• Operate and maintain GPR, EM locators, and vacuum excavation equipment.
• Interpret utility plans, maps, and engineering drawings.
• Document utility locations, depths, and field findings.
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, utility owners, and municipalities.
• Perform manhole entry and traffic control activities safely.
• Operate company vehicles and maintain project-site safety standards.
• Travel and work overtime as project demands require.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of SUE utility locating/designating experience.
• Experience with GPR, EM locators, and vacuum excavation equipment.
• Knowledge of APWA color codes and ASCE 38-22 standards.
• Ability to read construction plans and utility records.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training or education in surveying, construction, engineering, or related fields.
• Ability to work outdoors, on uneven terrain, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

Outdoor construction and field environments with varying weather conditions. Position may require overtime, weekend work, and travel. PPE and adherence to safety procedures are required.

Position Details

Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX. Fully onsite. Anticipated closing date: Oct 26, 2026.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $38.00/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)