Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Technician

Job Description

Job Description

A growing full service engineering firm in the Tampa, FL metro is hiring a Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Field Technician. This SUE Field Technician will use ground penetrating radar, electromagnetic locators, and vacuum excavation equipment to identify and map underground utilities on active project sites. The role supports civil infrastructure design by providing accurate utility data that reduces risk during construction.

What We Offer

• Hourly pay of $32.00 - $40.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications
• Overtime opportunity during peak project periods (50+ hours per week available)
• 100% Company paid Medical, as well as vision and dental insurance
• Hands-on training with industry-standard geophysical and vacuum excavation equipment
• Career growth path into senior SUE technician and project-level roles
• Field-based work across the Tampa Bay region and throughout Florida

Key Responsibilities - Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Field Technician

• Operate ground penetrating radar (GPR) and electromagnetic (EM) pipe and cable locating equipment to designate subsurface utilities per ASCE 38 quality levels
• Mark located utilities with paint and flags and produce accurate field sketches and drawings for client deliverables
• Operate vacuum excavation trucks and related equipment to expose, verify, and record utility depth and characteristics (test holes/potholing)
• Work as part of a field crew under the direction of a Senior SUE Technician, supporting daily survey and locating operations
• Assist with maintenance of vehicles, vacuum trucks, GPR units, and locating equipment; keep work sites clean and organized

Qualifications - Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Field Technician

• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational or technical school training preferred
• Valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record required
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including overnight travel as project needs require
• Ability to work 50+ hours per week during busy project periods
• Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to produce legible field notes and sketches

Preferred Qualifications - Utility Locating Technician

• Prior experience operating GPR, EM locators, or other geophysical designating equipment
• Familiarity with ASCE 38 quality level standards (Level A through Level D)
• Experience operating or riding in vacuum excavation trucks
• Exposure to CAD software, GIS, or digital data collection tools
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification; Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) certification

Physical Requirements - Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Field Technician

• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods on uneven terrain
• Work performed outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat, rain, and direct sun
• Exposure to active roadways, construction zones, and utility rights-of-way
• Shift schedule may include early starts, extended days, and weekend work during peak periods
• Travel to project sites throughout Florida with overnight stays as needed