SAM · 2 weeks ago
SUE Field Technician II
SAM is a leading provider of Managed Geospatial Services™ with over thirty years of experience. The SUE Field Technician II will support Subsurface Utility Engineering projects by locating and documenting underground utilities using advanced geophysical and survey equipment.
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Responsibilities
Designate all types of utilities in rural and urban environments using geophysical equipment, project field documentation and survey, and oversee vacuum excavation to expose utilities
Obtain and maintain all required safety certifications
Manage individual 2D QL-B (2DB) & 3D QL-B (3DB) mapping projects
Select and apply non-standard surface geophysical equipment and accessories to accurately designate complex public and private underground utility systems for 2DB & 3DB mapping projects
Collect data for and complete vault diagram forms for 3DB mapping projects
Employ total station survey equipment to collect horizontal data for 2DB mapping projects and QL-A test holes. General survey experience is preferred
Employ RTK GPR survey equipment to collect horizontal and vertical data for 3DB mapping projects
Employ automatic or digital levels and associated equipment to collect vertical data from structures associated with gravity flow utility systems
Collect data for and complete Structures Data Reports for structures associated with gravity flow utility systems
Coordinate with clients, utility owners, property owners, etc. in the field
Coordinate with providers of traffic control, off duty officers, saw cutting and other 3rd party services in the field
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma
Ability to travel for extended periods of time
Thorough understanding of ASCE 38 guidelines and associated quality levels
Experience working as a “lead” on SUE QL-A & QL-B field crew
Preferred
(4-5) years of SUE field experience
Experience working as a project level field supervisor on SUE QL-A & QL-B projects
Survey experience
Benefits
Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms
Company
SAM
SAM is a provider of complete geospatial data solutions using advanced surveying and mapping technologies.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$36.7MKey Investors
Austin Ventures
2021-09-29Acquired
2014-03-12Private Equity· $36.7M
Recent News
2025-06-26
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