Sue Technician

Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Technician

Field-Based | Travel Throughout the Southeast (and Beyond)

We are seeking an experienced Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Technician to join a growing Utility Services team that plays a critical role in reducing risk and improving outcomes for transportation, site development, and infrastructure projects. This position is ideal for a field-driven professional who takes pride in accuracy, safety, and technical excellence.

As a SUE Technician, you will work as part of a tight-knit field team responsible for locating, designating, and documenting underground utilities to support roadway, building, and infrastructure design. Your work will directly contribute to GIS-grade utility mapping, helping municipalities, agencies, and private clients avoid costly conflicts and construction delays.

All tools, equipment, and a company vehicle are provided. While the role is based in the Southeast, there are opportunities to support projects nationwide, including California, Oregon, Texas, Colorado, and Florida. The Utility Services Department is committed to developing talent internally, with training and advancement opportunities for the right candidates.

• Locate and designate underground utilities using GPR, electromagnetic locators, sondes, and related technologies.
• Perform site investigations to verify, document, and resolve existing utility information.
• Conduct pair counting, confirm ownership, and identify cable types and sizes.
• Assist with the operation and maintenance of vacuum excavation (soft-dig) equipment.
• Apply and document SUE Quality Levels in accordance with industry standards.
• Read, interpret, and validate utility records, as-builts, and design plans.
• Work independently in the field and provide leadership and direction to other team members as needed.
• Perform QA/QC reviews to ensure accuracy and consistency of field data.
• Coordinate directly with internal teams and on-site clients to communicate findings clearly and professionally.
• Stay current with evolving SUE technologies, methods, and industry best practices.
• Support the Group Manager with administrative tasks such as tracking hours, mileage, and expenses.
• Assist with training field staff and reinforcing company operational and safety standards.
• Contribute to technical deliverables, including AutoCAD or MicroStation drafting, as needed.
• Uphold and enforce all company safety policies, protocols, and field procedures.

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on utility designation or SUE experience.
• Valid driver’s license (or ability to obtain one prior to employment).
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 60%.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and openness to learning new field and data management tools.
• Background in utility locating, SUE, surveying, utility distribution, blueprint reading, or utility relocation.
• Prior surveying experience is strongly valued.

• UTA Certified Professional certification.
• Experience working with tablets or iPads for field data collection and documentation.

This is a field-intensive role performed outdoors in a wide range of environmental conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, rain, dust, and noise. Work occurs on active construction and project sites and requires a high level of physical capability and situational awareness.

Physical requirements include:

• Regular lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs, with occasional lifting up to 100 lbs.
• Walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for extended periods.
• Standing or working shifts of 10–12 hours, as required by project demands.
• Frequent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, grasping, and walking.
• Overtime, weekend work, and overnight travel may be required.

• Professional SUE work that directly supports design and construction risk reduction
• Company-provided vehicle, tools, and equipment
• Exposure to high-profile infrastructure and development projects
• Opportunities for training, certification, and career advancement
• A department culture that values field expertise, safety, and accuracy

This role is well-suited for a seasoned SUE professional who wants meaningful fieldwork, national project exposure, and room to grow within a respected utility services team.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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 Charlotte,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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.