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Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Technician II

GFT
Asheville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/23/2025
What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Technician II to join our Construction Services Team in Charlotte, NC! This role follows an in-office work model, requiring regular attendance at field locations or in the Charlotte, NC office.

At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

As an SUE Technician II you will work with the SUE Department lead, Project Managers, and Analyst to provide subsurface utility engineering activities. Provides quality and efficient fieldwork by interpreting and documenting information related to underground Utilities.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • Responsible for data collection of underground utilities by means of pipe and cable locators, ground penetrating radar, and vacuum excavation.
  • Responsible for communicating between team members both written and verbal
  • Ensures SUE field health and safety compliance in conjunction with supervisors
  • Maintain records, prepare reports and prepare correspondence as needed related to the completion of work assignments.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Education | Experience:

What You’ll Bring To Our Firm

  • A minimum of 2-3 years SUE or utility location experience.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required. 
  • Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
  • Knowledge of ground penetrating radar, cable locating equipment and vacuum excavation.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make decision in a timely manner
  • Willingness to adhere to policies and procedures as directed by supervision
  • Ability to coordinate and work in a team environment
  • Operate standard office equipment (i.e., personal computer, plotter, facsimile, copy machine, etc.)
  • Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
  • Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that GFT serves.

What We Prefer You Bring

  • DOT experience is a plus
  • Industrial site experience is a plus
  • Experience in land surveying is a plus

Compensation

The range for this position is salary range is $30/hour - $35/hour.

Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
  • Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
  • Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
  • Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
  • Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000 of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Charlotte, NC

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-time. Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $30/hour - $35/hour

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

"California Applicants"

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

Salary : $30 - $35

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