Underground Utility Locator (SUE)

Trilon Group•Nashville, TN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

HMB Professional Engineers is seeking an Underground Utility Locator to join our team and help us expand our SUE capabilities. The right candidate will have 5+ years of experience in locating underground utilities using a variety of locating methods. This position will be part of our Utility Coordination Team and will be cross trained to develop other skills within the group.

Requirements

Experience with vLoc Series 2 Locator (or similar) or ground penetrating radar
5+ years of experience in utility locating
Ability to read and interpret utility maps and prints to identify underground utilities
Familiar with 811 and contacts associated with utilities
Willing to be cross trained as a member of the Survey Field Team
The ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, to bend and stoop, and to lift heavy items is essential; it is also sometimes necessary to enter manholes
Available to travel as needed, Monday – Friday
Occasional night work may be required
Willing and able to work outdoors in various weather conditions
Self-motivated with little or no supervision
Valid driver's license
High School Diploma, or G.E.D. equivalent
Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screening

Responsibilities

Locate, identify, and map location and depths of utilities (underground and overhead)
Operate detection equipment to locate and mark underground facilities
Perform QA/QC checks
Perform assignments under the direction of the Utilities Group Manager and assists as needed
Coordinate and work with survey field crews and other office staff
Additional duties as assigned