Field Technician, SUE

Overview

Description

Since 1980, Cobb Fendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career? At Cobb Fendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer a(n):

• New Hire Program // We understand changing jobs can be intimidating, Cobb Fendley has established a program geared specifically to the successful onboarding and integration of new hires into the firm
• Development Opportunities // Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• Compensation + Benefits // Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions;
  Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP);
  Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance;
  Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance;
  Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance;
  Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs
• Paid Parental Leave // FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases
• Winter Holiday // Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• Community Engagement // Cobb Fendley Cares focuses on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions

Cobb Fendley is seeking an experienced SUE Field Technician in our Austin office.

EXPERIENCE + KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITY (KSA)

Intermediate // Developing skills with some practical experience; able to perform tasks with or without assistance. 3+ years of Field experience.

• Knowledge of field operations, methods, procedures, safety requirements, and environmental considerations associated with civil infrastructure work in outdoor settings.
• Skills include use of industry-standard tools, equipment, and computer software to perform field tasks, document work, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to safely operate required equipment, travel locally, regionally, and interstate, with occasional overnight stays, and perform work in varying weather, terrain, and environmental conditions.

Ultimately, the Field Technician is responsible for the success of field operations to support project completion.

• Perform routine assignments with limited supervision.
• Expand technical knowledge and field capabilities.
• Coordinate with project staff as directed.
• Responsible for safely operating equipment.
• Travel locally and out of state, including overnights.
• May operate a variety of vehicles, including large vehicles with or without attached trailers, as needed to support specific operational tasks, and perform routine maintenance to ensure safe and efficient use.
• May cross train to perform other field services (Telecommunications, Survey, SUE).

• Comply with all safety procedures:
  Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Emergency Action Plans (EAP), and Project Safety Plans (PSP) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) procedures.
• Observe and follow QA/QC processes under supervision.
• Identifying and evaluating potential hazards in the work environment.
• Properly selecting and using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Understanding of Traffic Control Plans (TCP).
• Be familiar with Federal, State, and local codes, regulations, and standards governing projects in their respective field.

• Perform entry-level tasks in Air and Hydro Vacuum Excavation (SUE Locating), assisting with safe and efficient exposure of underground utilities.
• Apply basic utility locating methods to identify buried infrastructure such as telephone lines, fiber optic cables, coaxial cables, electric power, gas, water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer systems.
• Read and interpret DOT, municipal, and other technical plans/prints to determine the type and size of underground utilities.
• Operate or assist with vacuum truck equipment during excavation and utility locating activities.
• Locate, designate, and mark underground utilities via all quality levels within prescribed quality/accuracy limits.
• Perform Level A (QL-A) SUE locating via nondestructive techniques (i.e., digging potholes and soil excavation, etc.) with a high-pressure air/hydro wand, concrete saws, core drills, and vacuum hose systems to determine precise horizontal, vertical position, size, and type of underground utilities.
• Perform Level B (QL-B) SUE designating via electromagnetic equipment (pipe/cable locators) to determine existence and horizontal position of underground utilities. Perform Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) scanning when included as part of the scope. Document estimated electronic depth (ED) readings.
• Document site conditions and SUE information via…