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Subsurface Utility Engineering Manager Jobs in Virginia

McKim & Creed

SUE Technician III

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

A SUE Technician III is responsible for the operation and management of a Utility Location and Subsurface Utility Engineering "SUE" field crew. Must accurately and efficiently collect field data ...

McKim & Creed

SUE Technician III

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

A SUE Technician III is responsible for the operation and management of a Utility Location and Subsurface Utility Engineering "SUE" field crew. Must accurately and efficiently collect field data ...

IMEG

SUE Field Technician | Manassas, VA

Manassas, VA · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

... Subsurface Utility Engineering professionals deliver accurate, outcome-driven investigations and quality mapping of underground utilities to aid in design and conflict mitigation. • Using a ...

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What is the difference between Subsurface Utility Engineering Manager vs Utility Locator?

AspectSubsurface Utility Engineering ManagerUtility Locator
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in utility mapping or subsurface engineeringTraining in utility detection, certifications in utility locating
Work EnvironmentProject management, overseeing utility detection and mapping projectsFieldwork, locating underground utilities on-site
Employer & IndustryEngineering firms, construction, infrastructure projectsUtility companies, construction contractors

The Subsurface Utility Engineering Manager oversees utility detection projects, manages teams, and ensures accuracy in utility mapping. Utility Locators focus on field detection of underground utilities. While both roles require knowledge of utility detection, the manager has a broader scope including project management and coordination, whereas locators primarily perform on-site locating tasks.

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Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Locator

Utility Professionals, Inc.

Gainesville, VA • On-site

$22 - $27/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Utility Professionals, Inc. (UPI) is growing and we are looking for a Subsurface Utility Engineering Technician and/or Locator to join the team in our Gainesville, VA office. In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, we offer a collaborative, team atmosphere and the opportunity for individual growth and career advancement.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Work/Life Balance
    • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan
    • Paid Holidays
  • Group Insurance Plans
    • Health, Dental, Vision, Life + Disability Insurance
    • Flexible Spending Account Plans
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Professional Development
    • Professional Development Assistance
    • In-house Training
    • Mentor Program
Responsibilities:
  • Select and apply the appropriate geophysical prospecting equipment to accurately designate non-complex underground utility layouts
  • Coordinate survey activities with the Subsurface Utility Engineering team
  • Perform "On-Call" notifications, communicate and coordinate with utility company representatives
  • Represent and communicate on behalf of the company and crew when encountering third parties in the field
  • Participate in daily briefings/debriefings and ensure all tasks are being addressed in the field
  • Supervise all crew activities as assigned
  • Oversee and coordinate the maintenance and operation of vehicles, equipment, tools and supplies
  • Inventory, clean, and otherwise maintain equipment and supplies
  • Check the general operative conditions of assigned vehicle, including gas, oil and tire pressure; secure vehicle and equipment at the end of the work day, remove and store instruments and other valuables in the office
  • Transport equipment in a timely and efficient manner
  • Understand and adhere to all safety guidelines and requirements of UPI and client
Required Experience:
  • Three (3) to five (5) years of experience as a SUE Locator
  • Experience working with SUE specifications as governed by the ASCE, for the location of public and private utilities
  • Field experience with subsurface utility engineering and SUE equipment
  • Experience interpreting utility and highway design plans, maps, and as-built drawings
  • Proficiency with modern SUE equipment
  • Familiarity with typical SUE marking techniques (sweep, direct connects, indirect connects, induction methods, etc.)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of local jurisdictional and industry requirements
  • Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed
  • Physical ability to work outdoors on project sites that may extend several miles, carry equipment, and walk throughout the day
  • Ground penetrating Radar experience is preferred but not required
  • Experience working behind a vacuum excavation truck is also preferred
Education and Certifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Valid, Unrestricted Driver's license required

UPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
AA M/F/Vet/Disability. We are a Drug Free Workplace.

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