SUE Field Technician
SUE Field Technician
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Job Description
Field Technician - Subsurface Utilities (SUE)
T. Baker Smith is seeking an entry-level Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Field Technician looking for an opportunity to work on a team in the field using the latest utility designating locating and vacuum excavation equipment and technology.
Your Opportunity:
- Responsible for communicating with the Project Manager project team and client field representative.
- Selects and applies appropriate geophysical prospecting equipment to accurately designate underground utility layouts.
- Operate and drive a vacuum excavation truck and perform test holes to expose utilities.
- Complete documentation which includes record keepings and simple mathematics legibly and accurately.
- Selects and implements proper maintenance of traffic signage.
- Communicate and coordinate with utility company representative.
- Represent and communicate on behalf of T. Baker Smith and crew when encountering third parties in the field.
- Complete daily job safety analysis forms.
- Inspect assigned equipment to ensure proper working conditions prior to use.
- Identify and report any equipment failure on work order maintenance form.
- Perform work in a safe and efficient manner.
- Report incidents to the appropriate personnel and complete incident report as required.
- Monitor work conditions and responsibly use stop work authority.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job the associate is frequently required to stand; walk long distances while carrying equipment sometimes through rugged terrain mud or swamp; drive and/or ride in a boat; sit; balance stoop kneel and lift up to 50 pounds; use hands to operate handle maneuver and/or manipulate objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; use manual dexterity to operate equipment; talk and hear; Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Desired Qualifications and Requirements
- Ability to perform physical movements and tractions commensurate with operating heavy tools and equipment.
- Possess basic computer skills and able to learn and understand new software.
- Ability to operate surveying instruments boats airboats GPS all-terrain vehicles and other equipment necessary to obtain survey data.
- Attention to detail accuracy and excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job the associate is generally outdoors and is exposed to the weather. Associate will ride in a motorized vehicle and is frequently exposed to the noise dust smells and other environmental factors present in such situations.
Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable and passion goes a long way. Here at TBS we are in the business of cultivating people and you are set up to succeed if you identify strongly with these values / behaviors; Growth oriented Trustworthy Responsive Works hard smart & safe Builds a positive team & family spirit and are Enthusiastic & energetic.
We also know that diversity of background and thought can enhance problem-solving and encourage more creative thinking which is why we are dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team.
Our purpose is investing in people to enhance communities and that commitment has endured for over 100 years. We pride ourselves in doing this by recruiting hiring and retaining diverse passionate and forward-thinking talent. T. Baker Smith is an equal opportunity employer and we are dedicated to providing an inclusive and diverse environment for all associates.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
