SUE Crew Chief - Expression of Interest

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Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

Please note that while there is no immediate vacancy for this role, we are always open to expressions of interest and will keep your details on file for future opportunities.

The SUE Crew Chiefs play a pivotal role in the field by leading underground utility investigations using advanced technologies such as electromagnetic locators and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR). This position ensures the precise designation, documentation, and mapping of underground utilities to support engineering, construction, and design efforts.

A core responsibility of this role is not only technical excellence in utility locating—including multi-utility, deep target, and complex congested area detection—but also the active mentorship and development of SUE Technicians and SUE Locators. By transferring knowledge and training others in field best practices, especially in GPR interpretation and integration with EM locates, the Crew Chief helps elevate the entire team’s capabilities and supports long-term career advancement within the SUE discipline.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

• Operate and interpret data from electromagnetic (EM) and GPR systems to identify, locate, and map underground utilities, including but not limited to water, sewer, gas, electric, and telecom.
• Serve as a technical lead on GPR investigations, including selecting appropriate antenna frequencies, setting scanning parameters, and analyzing radar grams.
• Train and coach up-and-coming SUE Technicians in utility locating fundamentals, GPR applications, equipment care, and proper marking/documentation procedures.
• Maintain equipment accuracy through routine calibration, field testing, and care—especially GPR units which require environment-specific settings and adjustments.
• Collaborate with SUE Field Supervisors to enhance training materials, troubleshooting guides, and cross‑training opportunities for multi‑utility locating and advanced technology use.
• Keep up to date on technological advancements in subsurface utility locating and integrate new tools and methods into daily workflows and crew development.

• Must have high school diploma or G.E.D. Applicable OSHA certifications preferred.
• Four to Six (4‑6) years of related work experience with a preference to GPR experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be mentally and physically capable of performing all essential duties required of the position.
• Must have average communication skills, both verbal and written and be able to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations.
• Must be able to travel frequently and extensively, overnight, and/or out of town.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Good physical condition and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must have valid driver’s license and pass a pre‑employment Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check. Must maintain satisfactory driving record, as required by our insurance company.
• Must successfully pass pre‑employment background and drug screening. Periodic drug testing may be required per company policy.

• Experience with GPR systems.
• Ability to read and interpret GPR radar grams and differentiate between utility signatures and other subsurface anomalies.
• Enthusiasm for training and developing…