Subsurface Utility Investigator

At Jacobs, we challenge what's currently accepted so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you're interested in a rewarding career working with the industry's best and most forward thinking professionals, then Jacobs is where you belong.

We are seeking a Subsurface Utility Investigator (Utility Locator) to join our collaborative team and support a wide range of mapping and land development projects. Based in Colorado, you'll work in the field on major infrastructure projects, applying your expertise to investigate and designate subsurface utilities.

As a Subsurface Utility Investigator, you will:

-    Prioritize safety at all times and follow established safety protocols.

-    Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.

-    Perform field investigations in accordance with ASCE 38 22 standards.

-    Operate and maintain geophysical prospecting equipment and utility locating instruments.

-    Collect data using both standard and advanced utility locating and geophysical technologies.

-    In the field, use Radio-Frequency Electromagnetic Induction (RFEMI) equipment to locate subsurface utilities in a variety of environments and project sites.

-    Create accurate field sketches and maps of investigation areas.

-    Interpret subsurface information during field work and post processing.

-    Communicate findings and analyses to project teams.

-    Access manholes and inlets to measure inverts.

-    Work both independently and within team environments.

-    Assist surveyors during data collection.

-    Quality control mapping deliverables for completeness and accuracy.

-    (Optional) Perform GPS and conventional surveying tasks in the field.

-    Strong understanding of subsurface technologies, including RD, Metrotech Vivax, GPR, EM, and emerging tools.

-    2+ years of experience in subsurface utility investigation for engineering projects.

-    Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

-    Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.

-    Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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