SUE Crew Chief

WGI•Downers Grove, IL

About The Position

We are seeking a SUE Crew Chief position to join our growing Geospatial/ SUE Division in Chicago, IL. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company with outstanding benefits and have future career growth. This position requires candidates to be physically able to operate and maneuver truck equipment and the various tools utilized for underground utility exploration, designation and survey locations. Must be extremely safety conscious and possess a strong work ethic. Candidate must be able to follow company procedures and policy when performing both SUE and survey duties. Day to day operations may require that most of the day be spent performing SUE activities while performing as needed survey activities collecting the SUE field data. The ability to multitask is an important aspect of this position in order to maintain workflow. Position will require travel at times, primarily within the office Geographic Region Location, and other states as needed. At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation’s top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond. WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team-player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today! WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
4-5+ years of experience with SUE, utility designating and test holes
Valid Driver's license and clean MVR required
Full understanding of ASCE's SUE Quality levels
Supervisory experience
Capable of working independently
Must be able to pass DOT physical with the ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within 60 days
Ability to pass drug screen
Routinely perform field surveying tasks, including the setup and use of GPS and other survey equipment. This may involve lifting equipment weighing 50 pounds or more.
Occasionally operate tools and instruments such as jackhammers, pogo tampers, and other equipment necessary for field surveying activities.
Routinely transport tools and equipment between job sites and assist with tasks such as installing construction stakes, tying out existing intersection ties, and establishing or locating vertical and horizontal control points.
Routinely conduct field surveys in diverse environments, including roadways, bridges, and control projects. This may require walking extended distances and working for prolonged periods.
Frequently work outdoors for durations exceeding two hours in various weather conditions to complete assigned surveying tasks. This may involve being exposed to a variety of weather conditions.
Must be able to travel for up to 2 weeks at a time
Technically and mechanically inclined
Computer savvy and able to operate advanced software
Understands physics and advanced utility designating theory
Higher than average problem-solving abilities
Good visual-spatial abilities
Basic math skills
Good writing and reading comprehension skills

Nice To Haves

Survey experience a plus
PowerSafe preferred
E-RailSafe preferred
Other region-specific credentials preferred
OSHA 10-hour preferred
OSHA 30-hour preferred
DOT Driver's Qualification preferred
Coalition for Construction Safety certification preferred
First Aid/CPR Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Acts as a crew leader working with multiple field crews and supervises SUE staff as needed to complete projects safe, on schedule and within directed scope of work by Project managers or Project Engineers/Surveyors
Directs SUE tasks in the field
Leads tailgate safety meetings and develops site specific Job Hazard Analysis
Develops and implements Maintenance of Traffic signage at each site
Communicates with clients and utility representatives
Coordinates with SUE, Survey and CADD staff for SUE related tasks
Performs QA/QC on designated utilities and test holes
Leads field investigations
Trains lower level SUE technicians on proper designating and test hole techniques
Secures equipment and guard against loss and theft
Reads and interprets roadway plans, as-builts and utility company markups records
Leads field investigations
Designates all utilities, including complex telecommunications, cable tv, gas, electric, water, traffic control, and any other utilities encountered in the field
Capably uses multi-frequency pipe and cable locators and single frequency induction devices (Metrotech 810, RD5000, Pipehorn)
Operates the GPR proficiently
Troubleshoots issues with designating equipment/able to make basic repairs (fixing leads)
Adheres to safety standards, including proper operation of both electronic and mechanical equipment
Maintains truck and electronic equipment on a daily basis, including but not limited to fluid levels, filters and pneumatic/hand tools
Skilled at using air lance to expose utilities in varying soil conditions and depths
Uses and maintains concrete saw properly
Jackhammer usage on varying pavement types
Understands proper tamping procedures and can correctly patch asphalt and concrete
Drives the designating vehicle and vacuum excavation truck
Understands the vac truck operation and can troubleshoot and perform minor repairs
Maintains equipment and keeps crew's assigned vehicle clean
Fills out the field book legibly
Completes field sketches
Records information for test holes
Records pole data
Maintains and operates a total station and/or GPS Unit, including the data collector associated with this survey equipment
Follows WGI survey procedures for checking into established survey control when field locating SUE evidence. Utilize the standard feature coding descriptions when collecting point and line features associated with SUE designations and test holes
Completes QL-D linework
Submits One Call tickets
Assists with proposal preparation and take-offs
Assists Project Manager as needed
Downloads and emails data files, photographs, and field notes to the home office for processing each day
Effectively communicates with the other parties involved on a project to ensure all SUE markings have been adequately surveyed and accounted for in order to minimize rework