What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey CAD Technician III position at mcadams?
McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to partner with our clients to create meaningful experiences through inspired design. Our employees are what make McAdams different. We bring experiences to the forefront of everything we do, and to do that takes special people.
Position Overview
The SUE Technician III role supports the Geomatics department by accurately locating, identifying, and assessing subsurface utilities using SUE data collection and analysis. The SUE Technician III is responsible for overseeing complex SUE field operations, ensuring data quality, safety, and efficiency while mentoring less experienced SUE technicians. The SUE Technician III works closely with SUE Analysts, Project Managers, and other team members to deliver data that supports the planning and design of projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting the SUE Analyst in the deployment of a SUE field crew and completing field activity logs, safety forms and permits
- Effectively collect data using electromagnetic (EM) locators, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), and vacuum excavation equipment
- Competence in MicroStation Drafting, Geomatics and Engineering technologies
- Perform complex utility designations and test holes to accurately identify, mark, and document subsurface utilities
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of utility data collected, verifying quality prior to submission to office support staff or SUE Analyst
- Aids in maintaining a safe and respectful work environment by following company policies, procedures, and by completing JHAs
- Represent McAdams in the field with professionalism through proper conduct and presentable appearance
- Operate and help drive a vacuum excavation truck and perform test holes to expose utilities
- Follow guidelines and company standards set forth for the Geomatics department
- Assist with maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and work sites
- Understands the operation of company equipment to accurately locate and identify subsurface utilities
- Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to SUE Technicians I and II
- Support the development of standard field procedures and contribute to process improvement initiatives
- Communicate effectively with the SUE Analyst, Project Manager, and Group Manager regarding project status, challenges, and resource needs
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, permits, and project-specific safety protocols
- Maintain organized field logs, safety forms, permits, and equipment usage records
- Interact courteously with clients, contractors, and the public while maintaining a positive company image
Skills Experience
- High School diploma or GED
- 4 years of utility designating experience
- 4 years of survey experience
- Must be willing to travel to and from sites, some overnight travel may be required
- Must know how to operate Survey equipment (total stations and GPS) and how to use a vacuum excavation truck
- Possess good computer and technical skills
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Successfully pass a motor vehicle records check, drug test, and functional assessment
McAdams is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other legally protected status.
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