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Underground Utility Locator - SUE Experienced

ATLAS SURVEYING INC
$39,743 - $56,510 a year
Charlotte, North Carolina
Full time
June 22, 2025

Join our dynamic team at Atlas Surveying, Inc., an industry-leading land surveying firm dedicated to providing high-quality surveying services across the Southeast with offices in the Savannah/Hilton Head, Charleston, Charlotte, and Greenville/Spartanburg areas. With a focus on precision, accuracy, and innovation, we tackle diverse projects ranging from land development to infrastructure planning. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our collaborative work environment.


We are seeking a senior-level utility locator with a minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in advanced utility locating, including proficiency with EM locating, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), and GPS mapping systems. The ideal candidate will have experience working on SUE projects, be adept at detecting non-conductive materials (e.g., PVC), and possess the skillset necessary to independently perform, document, and verify utility investigations to ASCE 38-22 standards.


Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Independently perform advanced utility locates for water, sewer, gas, electric, and telecom lines, including PVC and other non-conductive materials.
  • Utilize GPR and GPS to detect and map underground utilities with precision.
  • Produce and verify field sketches and CAD-ready GPS/GIS utility mapping for SUE deliverables.
  • Interpret and verify utility maps, as-built drawings, and one-call tickets.
  • Perform limited vacuum excavation or hand digging for visual verification when required.
  • Collaborate closely with the SUE Manager and Project Managers to meet project goals.
  • Train and mentor junior utility locating staff in best practices and field procedures.
  • Conduct job site safety checks and always maintain safety-first practices.
  • Accurately complete field notes, digital documentation, and daily production logs.
  • Maintain and properly care for all assigned equipment, including GPR units, EM locators, RTK GPS systems, and vehicles.

Qualifications (Required):

  • Minimum 2+ years of verifiable utility locating experience, specifically in SUE environments.
  • Demonstrated experience operating GPR and survey-grade GPS equipment (e.g., Trimble, Topcon, etc).
  • Experience locating PVC and non-metallic utility lines using indirect locating methods and GPR.
  • Strong understanding of ASCE 38-22 utility quality levels and data collection standards.
  • Excellent organizational and field documentation skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility plans, and civil site plans.
  • Capable of removing/replacing manhole covers up to 300 lbs and navigating rough terrain.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean MVR.
  • Must be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Honest, dependable, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious.

Preferred (but not required):

  • Experience with vacuum excavation

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Quarterly Performance Bonuses
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • 401K

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal scope of responsibilities from time to time, as needed.


Atlas Surveying, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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