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SAM · 17 hours ago

Senior Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Field Technician

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

SAM is a leading Managed Geospatial Services company that has been providing innovative solutions for over thirty years. They are seeking a Senior Subsurface Utility Engineering Field Technician to manage utility mapping projects, coordinate with various stakeholders, and employ geophysical equipment for accurate utility designation.

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Responsibilities

Designating all types of utilities in rural and urban environments using geophysical equipment, project field documentation and survey, and vacuum excavation to expose utilities

Obtains and maintains all required safety certifications

Manage individual 2D QL-B (2DB) & 3D QL-B (3DB) mapping projects, typically comprised of not more that (2) independent crews/teams

Selects and applies non-standard surfacegeophysical equipment and accessories to accurately designate complex public and private underground utility systems for 2DB & 3DB mapping projects

Collects data for and completes vault diagram forms for 3DB mapping projects

Acts as “lead” on crews employing vacuum excavators and associated equipment to excavate and backfill test holes on existing utilities at deeper than average depths and/or under other than average conditions

Employs RTK GPR survey equipment to collect horizontal and vertical data for 3DB mapping projects

Employs automatic or digital levels and associated equipment to collect vertical data from structures associated with gravity flow utility systems

Collects data for and completes Structures Data Reports for structures associated with gravity flow utility systems

Coordinates with clients, utility owners, property owners, etc. in the field

Coordinates with providers of traffic control, off duty officers, saw cutting and other 3rd party services in the field

Advanced comprehension and interpretation of planimetric and design plans, profiles and cross sections, utility records, etc

Qualification

SUE field experienceASCE 38 guidelinesLead on SUE QL-A & QL-BSurvey experienceVacuum excavationRTK GPR surveyProject level field supervisorPlan comprehension

Required

High School Diploma

Ability to travel

Thorough understanding of ASCE 38 guidelines and associated quality levels

Experience working as a “lead” on SUE QL-A & QL-B field crew required

Preferred

(4-5) years of SUE field experience preferred

Experience working as a project level field supervisor on SUE QL-A & QL-B projects preferred

Survey experience preferred

Military experience is a plus

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