SUE Field Technician III
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Who We Are For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services (MGS) framework. As North America's premiere MGS company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles. Your Impact at SAM 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 total station survey equipment to collect horizontal data for 2DB mapping projects and QL-A test holes 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. What You Bring to SAM High School Diploma Ability to travel for extended periods of time Thorough understanding of ASCE 38 guidelines and associated quality levels (4-5) years of SUE field experience preferred Experience working as a lead on SUE QL-A & QL-B field crew required Experience working as a project level field supervisor on SUE QL-A & QL-B projects preferred Military experience is a plus Our Perks 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: Flexible hybrid work schedules for office positions, 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 EEO SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.High School Diploma Ability to travel for extended periods of time Thorough understanding of ASCE 38 guidelines and associated quality levels (4-5) years of SUE field experience preferred Experience working as a lead on SUE QL-A & QL-B field crew required Experience working as a project level field supervisor on SUE QL-A & QL-B projects preferred Military experience is a plusDesignating 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 total station survey equipment to collect horizontal data for 2DB mapping projects and QL-A test holes 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.