SUE Technician IV

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• This position is similar to a utility locator or utility designator which requires minimum of 4-8 years of utility locating or utility designating experience using many types of pipe and cable locating devices including Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR). Select and implement proper maintenance of traffic signage and follow safety precautions. Experience in Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) according to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is necessary.
  
  Surveying, CADD and vacuum excavation truck experience a plus.
• Target candidate may be required to operate and maintain a vacuum excavation truck and related equipment safely and efficiently. Designate/locate a variety of underground utilities, understand as-built drawings and roadway plans, create legible field sketches, perform records research, operate and maintain vacuum excavation equipment, and supervise multiple 2 and 3 person crews. Hold monthly safety meetings and identify potential safety hazards and create a corrective action plan when safety hazards are recognized.
  
  Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to follow instructions, training and mentoring crews with a positive can-do attitude are necessities. Must possess leadership and mentoring skills. Ability to accurately designate and locate various subsurface utilities in varied site conditions. Ability to perform some equipment maintenance tasks a plus. Mechanical aptitude is desired.
• A valid current driver’s license and have the ability to obtain a Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). card for Commercial Motor Vehicle operation is required. Current Commercial Driver’s License is a plus. NULCA or other certification is a plus.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, walk for extended periods, work in all weather conditions, willing to work evenings/weekends when required, willing to travel for overnight and extended stay projects as required.

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education and/or

Skills Required:

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations

Required:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to maintain required certifications.

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.