Obtains and maintains all required safety certifications
All responsibilities of a SUE Field Technician II
Thorough understanding of ASCE 38 guidelines and associated quality levels
Manage individual 2D QL-B (2DB) & 3D QL-B (3DB) mapping projects, typically comprised of not more that (2) independent crews/teams
Selects and applies non-standard surface geophysical equipment and accessories to accurately designate complex public and private underground utility systems for 2DB & 3DB mapping projects
Collects data for and completes vault diagram forms for 3DB mapping projects
Acts as “lead” on crews employing vacuum excavators and associated equipment to excavate and backfill test holes on existing utilities at deeper than average depths and/or under other than average conditions
Employs total station survey equipment to collect horizontal data for 2DB mapping projects and QL-A test holes
Employs RTK GPR survey equipment to collect horizontal and vertical data for 3DB mapping projects
Employs automatic or digital levels and associated equipment to collect vertical data from structures associated with gravity flow utility systems
Collects data for and completes Structures Data Reports for structures associated with gravity flow utility systems
Coordinates with clients, utility owners, property owners, etc. in the field
Coordinates with providers of traffic control, off duty officers, saw cutting and other 3rd party services in the field.
Advanced comprehension and interpretation of planimetric and design plans, profiles and cross sections, utility records, etc.
Training and mentoring of Level I & II SUE Field Technicians
Actively works toward obtaining additional skills certifications required for advancement
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities
REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma
Verifiable work history required
(4-5) years of SUE field experience preferred
Experience working as a “lead” on SUE QL-A & QL-B field crew required
Experience working as a project level field supervisor on SUE QL-A & QL-B projects preferred
Survey experience preferred
Military experience is a plus
Must possess a valid local driver's license, in conjunction with successfully passing the company MVR requirements, clean background check and drug screening
About SAM, LLC
Founded in 1994, SAM, LLC has become one of the largest geospatial services companies in North America and is an undisputed leader in providing geospatial solutions to a wide variety of industries. SAM is a technology leader that offers professional land surveying services, digital aerial mapping, terrestrial, mobile, and airborne LiDAR, hydrographic surveying, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination, geographic information systems (GIS), and construction phase services. As part of the SAM Family of Companies, SAM's partner companies include SAM-Construction Services, LLC (SAM-CS) and SO-DEEP | SAM NC, Inc. SAM is a Top Workplace that offers excellent benefits, professional development, and growth opportunities for employees across a wide range of positions.
