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Private Utility Locator/SUE Technician

Safe Site Utility Services, LLC
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
Description

At Safe Site Utility Services, we live our core values—Communication, Honesty, Accountability, Safety and Expertise—in every interaction and decision. Providing industry-leading Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE), utility locating, and damage prevention solutions. Our team is driven by a commitment to safety, accuracy, and excellence.

As a Private Utility Locator/SUE Technician, you’ll be at the forefront of providing quality locating services, working directly with clients. Your expertise with Ground Penetrating Radar, acoustic, and split-box locating will ensure safe, efficient subsurface utility detection. If you thrive outdoors, enjoy solving challenges, and love using the latest survey and mapping technology, this role is perfect for you!

Responsibilities

  • Analyze job sites and identify potential subsurface utility conflicts using state-of-the-art technology.
  • Develop strong connections with clients, ensuring their needs are met with top-notch service.
  • Direct a team to complete projects efficiently and safely, ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
  • From large-scale construction sites to small projects, you'll thrive in varied conditions and embrace new challenges every day.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, maps, and work orders to ensure precise locating.

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of experience in private utility locating, with expertise in Ground Penetrating Radar.
  • Valid driver's license and a clean driving record (MVR).
  • A strong sense of safety and communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and lead projects with confidence.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience in underground utility or construction work.
  • Background in survey and mapping.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

  • Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
  • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
  • 401(k) matching
  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • Life and AD&D Insurance and Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. In compliance with federal and state equal opportunity employment laws, Safe Site Utility Services is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate regarding race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or gender.

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