Colliers Engineering & Design
Multi‑discipline engineering, architecture, design & consulting for public and private sector projects.
SUE Technician III
Perform subsurface utility locating, vacuum excavation, and field supervision.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Work with a team to tackle a wide variety of projects. • Read and interpret utility records, as‑built and survey drawings, and highway design plans. • Designate existing utilities using electromagnetic and geophysical technologies. • Collaborate with Project Managers and Discipline Leads on project needs and requirements. • Operate and drive a vacuum excavation truck and perform test holes to expose utilities. • Utilize appropriate maintenance of traffic. • Call “One‑Call” tickets. • Coordinate survey work related to SUE. • Supervise field crew activities. • Train junior crew members. • Represent Colliers Engineering & Design in the field and coordinate with utility companies and clients. • Occasionally travel out of town and work overtime. • Lift heavy equipment up to 80 lbs as needed. • Prioritize safety for self and others.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸drawing review
- ▸utility locating
- ▸vacuum excavation
- ▸survey coordination
- ▸crew supervision
- ▸client coordination
What You Bring
• Minimum 5 years experience with electromagnetic and geophysical designating technologies. • Experience with vacuum excavation preferred. • Quickly grasp new technologies. • Basic computer skills and ability to learn new software. • Proficient communication and internal collaboration skills. • Enjoy working outdoors in various weather conditions. • Walk long distances of several miles daily. • Maintain good driving skills and a clean driving record. • Read, write, and understand English for job‑related communications.
Requirements
- ▸5+ years
- ▸electromagnetic
- ▸geophysical
- ▸vacuum excavation
- ▸computer skills
- ▸communication
Benefits
The hourly rate ranges from $31.50 to $42.75 based on qualifications. The offer includes a pre‑employment drug screen and ongoing participation in random drug and alcohol testing. Colliers provides a safe, comfortable work environment with opportunities for career advancement and meaningful project impact. Benefits include company‑paid medical, dental and vision coverage, disability and life insurance, a matched 401(k)/Roth, paid parental and military leave, PTO, referral and professional license bonuses, and a straight‑time policy for excess billable hours. Employees also receive support for education reimbursement, access to hundreds of in‑house courses, mentorship, wellness programs, a Women’s Organization, and philanthropic initiatives.
Work Environment
Field