SUE Field Technician

Field Technician – Subsurface Utilities (SUE)

T. Baker Smith is seeking an entry‑level Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Field Technician to work in the field using the latest utility designation, locating and vacuum excavation equipment and technology.

• Communicate with the Project Manager, project team, and client field representative.
• Select and apply appropriate geophysical prospecting equipment to accurately designate underground utility layouts.
• Operate and drive a vacuum excavation truck and perform test holes to expose utilities.
• Complete documentation, including record‑keeping and simple mathematics, legibly and accurately.
• Select and implement proper maintenance of traffic signage.
• Communicate and coordinate with utility company representatives.
• Represent and communicate on behalf of T. Baker Smith and crew when encountering third parties in the field.
• Complete daily job safety analysis forms.
• Inspect assigned equipment to ensure proper working conditions prior to use.
• Identify and report any equipment failure on the work‑order maintenance form.
• Perform work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Report incidents to the appropriate personnel and complete incident reports as required.
• Monitor work conditions and responsibly use stop‑work authority.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to stand, walk long distances while carrying equipment, sometimes through rugged terrain, mud, or swamp; drive and/or ride in a boat; sit; balance, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds; use hands to operate, handle, maneuver and/or manipulate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; use manual dexterity to operate equipment;

talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to perform physical movements and tractions, commensurate with operating heavy tools and equipment.
• Possess basic computer skills and be able to learn and understand new software.
• Ability to operate surveying instruments, boats, airboats, GPS, all‑terrain vehicles, and other equipment necessary to obtain survey data.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and excellent interpersonal communication skills.

The associate will generally work outdoors and be exposed to the weather, noise, dust, smells, and other environmental factors present in such situations. The work may involve using motorized vehicles and operating equipment in varied terrain.

T. Baker Smith is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive and diverse environment for all associates.