SUE Technician

Job Title

Location

Category

Oakland - Oakland, CA 94612 US
San Jose - San Jose, CA 95134 US (Primary)
Walnut Creek - Walnut Creek, CA 94596 US

Salary Grade

$23.00 - $32.00

Full Time/Part Time

Full-time

Mark Thomas is adding a SUE Technician to our subsurface utility team! The SUE Technician I is responsible for conducting subsurface utility location in the field using ground penetrating radar (GPR) and electromagnetic locating equipment. The SUE Technician I will work with a SUE Technician III on a 2-person crew to perform field job duties.

More experienced SUE Technicians are also welcomed to apply!

• Assists in using various utility locating techniques and equipment, such as electromagnetic locators and ground-penetrating radar (GPR), under direct supervision to identify and mark the horizontal position of utilities under the supervision of SUE Technician III.
• Supports and assists the SUE Technician III with the review of project plans, blueprints, and utility maps to understand the scope and location of underground utilities.
• Provide basic underground utility marking information to survey field crews under guidance of SUE Technician III.
• Completes assigned mark and locate tasks within timelines and budget constraints with supervision. May perform locating tasks as directed; assists by performing routine tasks (i.e. flagging, whiskers, etc.)
• Adheres to safety protocols and requirements as highlighted in the Company’s Injury & Illness Prevention Program to include the Code of Safety Practices; always ensures personal safety and prevents damage to existing utilities during the locating process.
• Participates in training activities to enhance skills in utility locating and field practices.
• Actively learns and applies QA/QC standards for marking and locating.
• Maintains vehicles and locating equipment in working order; immediately reports any equipment maintenance or malfunction to the Foreman.

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in utility locating techniques and equipment, under supervision or in a training capacity.
• Familiarity with utility systems and infrastructure preferred, with a willingness to expand knowledge in water, gas, electric, telecommunications, and sewer lines.
• Basic knowledge of utility marking and location.
• Demonstrated ability to work safely in the field; abides by Company IIPP & Code of Safety Practices.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Possesses effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and follow directions effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Physical capability to perform fieldwork and lift equipment as necessary; ability to physically move manhole covers of various sizes.
• Ability to travel regionally for days at a time.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility.

• Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:
• Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
• 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
• Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
• Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
• Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
• FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
• Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
• Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
• Budgeted time for training and career…