SUE Technician

Job Title: SUE Technician

Job Description

The Utility Locator III plays a pivotal role in leading and managing a Utility Location and Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) field crew. This position requires precise and efficient collection of field data, accurate utility locating, and timely delivery of information to the office. Maintaining detailed records of work performed and associated expenses is a key aspect of this role. The ideal candidate is an analytical problem-solver who is detail-oriented, structured, and safety-focused.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a Utility Location and Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) field crew.
• Lead field operations with a focus on quality of work, safety, schedule adherence, budget control, and responsive client service.
• Operate Subsurface Utility Engineering field equipment, including ground penetrating radar (GPR), electromagnetic locating equipment, sewer camera systems, probe rods, jackhammers, pneumatic tampers, and vacuum excavation equipment.
• Ensure all equipment is used in accordance with safety protocols, industry standards, and guidelines.
• Organize field activities, direct crew members, and accurately collect and document field data.
• Deliver collected data to the office while maintaining accurate records of work performed and expenses incurred.
• Travel overnight as required.
• Perform extensive outdoor work year-round across various terrains and in extreme weather conditions, including heat and cold.

Essential Skills

• 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in utility locating and Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) field operations.
• Proficiency with SUE locating equipment, total stations, GPS systems, and vacuum excavation equipment.
• Some proficiency with ground penetrating radar (GPR) is preferred.
• Strong technical skills, including subsurface utility engineering, utility locating, surveying, utility designating, total station, GPS, ground-penetrating radar, sewer camera, probe rod, utility relocation, utility plan, and vacuum.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Process-oriented and methodical.
• Analytical and detail-focused.
• Honest, trustworthy, and dependable.
• Adaptable and consistent.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Comfortable working independently when required.
• Precise, structured, and committed to minimizing errors.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Ability to pass a police record and drug screening.

Work Environment

This role involves working in the field with 25-50% travel required, including locations in Houston, Austin, and Louisiana. Out-of-state travel may last up to two weeks at a time. The position entails extensive outdoor work across various terrains and in extreme weather conditions, including heat and cold. Upon permanent employment, benefits include an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and a take-home truck.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Addison, TX.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $34.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Addison,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.