Who We’re Looking For

The Rios Group, Inc (TRG) is looking for a SUE TECHNICIAN I to join our dynamic team of leading experts in the field of Subsurface Utility Engineering and Utility Coordination, performing vacuum excavation of underground utilities. This position reports to the area’s SUE Field Manager. This position is an hourly, non-exempt from overtime position. This position is the steppingstone to a CAREER in Utility Locating! We’re looking for qualified candidates with a desire to work as a team, with a safety-first mindset, who want to grow their skillset and earning potential.

What You’ll Do

While at work you’ll be responsible for the following tasks:

• Safely operate vacuum excavation equipment, mounted to a large truck or trailer, to uncover underground utilities;
• Safely operate tools and equipment such as a jackhammer, pogo-tamper, concrete saw, compressor blower, vacuum hose, air lance and hand tools. This list is not all inclusive;
• Accurately and legibly complete required paperwork, including record keeping;
• Perform simple mathematics for purposes of record keeping;
• Set up maintenance of traffic as instructed;
• Take basic field measurements, as instructed;
• Perform geophysical prospecting as instructed;
• Maintain vehicles, equipment, and worksites in a safe and clean condition;
• Travel throughout the state of Texas, working and staying overnight as needed at project locations, with the possibility of being out of town for up to two-weeks at a time;
• Safely operate/drive a company vehicle, with or without a trailer hooked-up;
• Maintain company vehicles and track all related purchases and services related to vehicles;
• Communicate clearly and work cooperatively with coworkers in the field, Project Managers, and Leadership via telephone, text and email;
• Report to work on-time.

What You’ll Need

• Must have a clean driving record, and a valid Texas driver’s license
• Must pass pre-employment drug & alcohol screenings, and random screenings thereafter
• Must be authorized to work in the United States, without sponsorship

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Must be able to safely lift up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to safely stand for up to 10 hours
• Must be able to safely work outdoors, regardless of temperature (hot or cold)
• Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle

Work Location:

This position reports to an office located in Houston, Texas, however you’ll be working in the field as work is primarily carried out at jobsite locations across the state of Texas. TRG has field crews across the state so that you won’t be gone from home for months on end, but the ability to travel for up to two weeks at a time is a requirement. SUE Tech I’s travel to and from jobsites in company owned vehicles and are paid a daily PER DIEM when working away from their home area.

Who We Are

TRG is a minority-woman owned Texas Corporation, established in 2012. For over ten years, TRG has been providing responsible, reliable results to our clients through experienced engineering specialists in the field of Subsurface Utility Engineering and Utility Coordination. We have five offices across the state of Texas, located in Fort Worth, Dallas, Round Rock, The Woodlands, and Universal City. At TRG we live by our core values: Safety, Quality, People, Integrity, Problem Solving, Accountability, and Sustainability.

What We Offer

At TRG our people are our most valuable resource. We are committed to providing our employees with a safe, and comfortable work environment, with potential for career development and personal growth.

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Personal Time
• Safe Harbor 401k, with Company Match
• Company Paid Medical Health Insurance for Employee
• Company Paid Long Term Disability
• Company Paid $20,000 Life Insurance
• Company Paid Aflac Accident
• Company Subsidized Dental Insurance
• Company Subsidized Vision Insurance

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The Rios Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, nation origin, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation or preference, or physical or mental disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Travel requirement:

• Up to 50% travel

License/Certification:

• Texas Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person