SUE Technician III

Position Overview

The SUE Technician III is responsible for complex utility investigations, safe and efficient field execution, and the quality of information returned to JBPro's project teams. This role assists in selecting appropriate investigation methods, performing field quality control, and serving as a primary field contact on assigned projects.

What You'll Do

• Supports complex multi-utility investigations using electromagnetic methods, GPR, sondes, sewer cameras, vacuum excavation, test-hole equipment, and complementary investigative techniques.
• Direct and participate in Quality Level B designation and Quality Level A physical exposure work; support records research and surveyed surface-feature collection needed for a complete investigation.
• Interpret conflicting or incomplete records and field evidence; troubleshoot difficult locates, identify uncertainty, and recommend additional investigation or escalation.
• Assist in coordinating daily crew activities, conducting job briefings, monitoring productivity, and verifying compliance with safety, traffic-control, and equipment procedures.
• Review field notes, sketches, photographs, measurements, test-hole logs, electronic files, and markings for completeness and accuracy before submittal.
• Mentor Level I and II technicians in locating theory, safe excavation, equipment care, field judgment, documentation, and customer communication.
• Occasionally serves as the field point of contact for clients, contractors, utility owners, survey crews, and JBPro project managers; communicate schedule changes, conflicts, hazards, and scope impacts promptly.
• Protect, inspect, troubleshoot, and coordinate maintenance for assigned vehicles, vacuum systems, geophysical equipment, and safety gear.

Requirements

• Five or more years of progressive SUE or advanced private utility locating experience, including demonstrated responsibility for complex investigations and field crew coordination; equivalent utility, survey, or construction experience may be considered when paired with advanced locating proficiency.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of underground utility systems, utility records, engineering plans, and standard utility color codes.
• Hands-on skill with electromagnetic, GPR, and vacuum excavation equipment is required.
• Ability to prepare complete, legible field notes, sketches, photographs, measurements, and electronic records.
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrated ability to train others, make safe stop-work decisions, and deliver accurate work with limited supervision.
• Strong applied knowledge of ASCE 38 quality levels, utility investigation limitations, field quality control, and documentation practices.
• CDL, DOT medical card, OSHA 30, advanced Maintenance of Traffic/Temporary Traffic Control, First Aid/CPR, confined-space, competent-person, or vacuum-excavation qualifications are preferred as applicable to JBPro's equipment and contracts.
• OSHA 10, Maintenance of Traffic/Temporary Traffic Control, First Aid/CPR, confined-space, competent-person, or vacuum-excavation training is preferred; ability to obtain assigned certifications after hire is required.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay!
• Opportunity for Career Advancement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with a 3% match, plus profit sharing
• PTO up to 4 weeks depending on years of experience
• 9 Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Referral Program