Job Title: SUE Technician

Job Description

The SUE Technician is responsible for reading and interpreting utility maps to identify the type and size of underground utilities. This role involves operating electromagnetic detection equipment to locate and mark subsurface utilities with precision and performing accurate documentation related to all completed work.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently read construction plans and utility records.
• Provide neat and clean sketches of utilities marked.
• Understand and adhere to company-mandated health and safety standards.
• Work effectively in a team environment.
• Coordinate daily activities with the SUE manager.
• Help maintain field supply inventory and report inventory status to the supervisor continuously.
• Keep the vehicle clean, free from trash, and ensure it is fueled.

Essential Skills

• Experience in subsurface utility engineering, land surveying, and utility locating.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in designating all types of utilities.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Proficiency in using ground-penetrating radar (GPR) is a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Basic math competency and ability to learn survey computer programs.
• Knowledge of relevant job-site and traffic control safety rules.
• Ability to use a basic calculator and make arithmetic computations accurately.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.

The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $52000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

-Free Vision, dental, and life insurance -80% of health care insurance covered -$900 contribution to HSA -4% 401k match

This is a fully onsite position in Virginia Beach,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $41,600 - $52,000