Subsurface Utility Engineering; SUE Technician Job Tampa area,Florida USA,Engineering

Position: Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Technician
A growing full service engineering firm in the Tampa, FL metro is hiring a Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Field Technician. This SUE Field Technician will use ground penetrating radar, electromagnetic locators, and vacuum excavation equipment to identify and map underground utilities on active project sites. The role supports civil infrastructure design by providing accurate utility data that reduces risk during construction.

What We Offer

Hourly pay of $32.00 - $40.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications
Overtime opportunity during peak project periods (50+ hours per week available)
100% Company paid Medical, as well as vision and dental insurance
Hands-on training with industry-standard geophysical and vacuum excavation equipment
Career growth path into senior SUE technician and project-level roles
Field-based work across the Tampa Bay region and throughout Florida

Key Responsibilities - Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Field Technician

Operate ground penetrating radar (GPR) and electromagnetic (EM) pipe and cable locating equipment to designate subsurface utilities per ASCE 38 quality levels
Mark located utilities with paint and flags and produce accurate field sketches and drawings for client deliverables
Operate vacuum excavation trucks and related equipment to expose, verify, and record utility depth and characteristics (test holes/potholing)
Work as part of a field crew under the direction of a Senior SUE Technician, supporting daily survey and locating operations
Assist with maintenance of vehicles, vacuum trucks, GPR units, and locating equipment; keep work sites clean and organized

Qualifications - Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Field Technician

High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational or technical school training preferred
Valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record required
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including overnight travel as project needs require
Ability to work 50+ hours per week during busy project periods
Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to produce legible field notes and sketches

Preferred Qualifications - Utility Locating Technician

Prior experience operating GPR, EM locators, or other geophysical designating equipment
Familiarity with ASCE 38 quality level standards (Level A through Level

D)
Experience operating or riding in vacuum excavation trucks
Exposure to CAD software, GIS, or digital data collection tools
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification;
Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) certification

Physical Requirements - Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Field Technician

Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds regularly
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods on uneven terrain
Work performed outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat, rain, and direct sun
Exposure to active roadways, construction zones, and utility rights-of-way
Shift schedule may include early starts, extended days, and weekend work during peak periods
Travel to project sites throughout Florida with overnight stays as needed

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