SUE Technician

Job Type


Full-time

Description

WithersRavenel is seeking a skilled and motivated SUE Technician to support our Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) team. In this role, you will assist the SUE Party Chief in locating underground utilities using electromagnetic (EM) and ground penetrating radar (GPR) technologies. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in utility locating who values accuracy, teamwork, and a strong safety culture.

At WithersRavenel, we value performance, accountability, and alignment with our core values. Career growth is driven not just by experience, but by your ability to deliver results, work independently, and contribute to a collaborative and positive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the SUE Party Chief and Project Managers to meet project goals and expectations
• Perform SUE field services for internal and external clients
• Accurately collect and document field data, ensuring quality and compliance with company and client standards
• Operate EM and GPR equipment safely and effectively
• Support vacuum excavation activities as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly equipped company vehicle
• Uphold safety standards and contribute to a safe work environment
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and teamwork in all interactions
• Embrace and reflect company core values: integrity, respect, quality, community, and sustainability

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience locating underground utilities using SUE equipment (EM and GPR)
• Working knowledge of vacuum excavation methods
• High school diploma or equivalent
• General understanding of utility infrastructure systems
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver's license
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight for out-of-town projects
• Process-oriented with strong technical aptitude and directional awareness

Working Conditions

This job is performed outdoors in areas such as residential neighborhoods and roadways. Incumbents will be exposed to uneven terrain and all types of weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

To perform the essential functions of the job, incumbents will be required to stand/walk for long periods of time outdoors and may be required to perform moderately strenuous tasks, such as lifting and carrying equipment up to 25 pounds.

Why WithersRavenel?

Because here, you won't just be an employee - you'll be an employee owner .

At WithersRavenel, we are 100% employee-owned. That means when you put in the work, you're not just building projects-you're building your future. Our people describe us as collaborative, supportive, and deeply connected to the communities where we live and work.

We invest in our people through:

• A team-first culture where collaboration is more than a buzzword.
• Ongoing professional development to help you grow your skills and career.
• A commitment to serving our communities in ways that truly make a difference.

Learn more about our benefits and employee ownership!


Apply today and help us shape what lies beneath-and what's built above.


WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military service, or other non-merit factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our ownership community, as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work, and lives.?