Overview:
Join our Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) team, a branch of engineering that deals with mitigating risks associated with new infrastructure design and construction. We work closely with engineers and utility owners to help identify utility conflicts using an array of technologies, including electromagnetic line locators, ground penetrating radar, GPS, conventional survey and vacuum excavation. Our work requires a high level of precision and technical ability.
Responsibilities:
What We Offer:
This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!
Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Technician to join its team in Denver, Colorado. In this role, you will work closely with engineers and utility owners to help identify utility conflicts using an array of technologies, including electromagnetic line locators, ground penetrating radar, GPS, conventional survey, and vacuum excavation.
Join our Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) team, a branch of engineering that deals with mitigating risks associated with new infrastructure design and construction. We work closely with engineers and utility owners to help identify utility conflicts using an array of technologies, including electromagnetic line locators, ground penetrating radar, GPS, conventional survey and vacuum excavation. Our work requires a high level of precision and technical ability.
- Read and interpret utility records, as-built/survey drawings and highway design to identify utility information such as; utility type, utility owner, reported utility size and approximate location.
- Utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Adhere to Health and Safety program and all applicable SOPs.
- Drive the designating vehicle and vacuum excavation truck when needed.
- Fill out the field book legibly.
- Record information for test holes.
- Assist with marking of utilities utilizing paint, pin flags, whiskers, lath or stakes.
- Under the guidance and direction of an experienced SUE Investigator II or III, designate basic utilities such as gas, conductive water, utility services, low complexity telecommunications.
- Ability to maintain or assist in the maintenance of equipment and vehicles.
- Utilize an air and water lance to properly expose underground utilities.
- Complete daily/monthly vehicle logs.
- Assist in completing field sketches.
- Participate in random drug screenings which may occur randomly throughout employment with negative test results.
- Perform physical tasks which may include moving and transporting equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Travel required occasionally, must be able to drive for long periods of time.
- Ability to travel several times per year via train or airplane preferred.
- Must be able to travel for up to 2 weeks at a time.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 0 – 2 years’ experience with SUE, utility designating and/or test holes.
- Valid Driver’s License with MVR consistent with CED's Point System, OSHA 10-hour, CPR Certification, DOT Driver’s Qualification.
- Must be able to pass DOT physical with a minimum one-year clearance.
- Must be able to pass a Fit For Duty physical.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- Ability to obtain a TWIC card.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
Compensation: $18.00 to $22.00 per hour (depending on qualifications)
What We Offer:
At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.
This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!