SUE Crew Chief

Department: Survey/Geomatics

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chipley, FL

Reporting To: Malcolm Minchin

Description

If you are an experienced SUE Crew Chief who has desire to have your ideas heard and accomplishments acknowledged, we'd love to hear from you.
 As the SUE Crew Chief, you will be responsible for leading the field effort for various Underground Utility designating & locating projects. 

Your Primary Responsibilities will include

• Locate underground utilities using non-destructive methods, including electromagnetic induction (EMI) and ground penetrating radar (GPR).
• Operate vacuum excavation trucks and related equipment (e.g., air compressors, vacuum hoses, air lances, jackhammers, concrete saws, pogo-tampers, hand tools).
• Perform utility mark-outs, surveying tasks, and subsurface utility engineering (SUE) field activities with minimal supervision.
• Document field data accurately through sketches, photos, spreadsheets, daily reports, and written summaries.
• Read and interpret technical documents.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on vacuum excavation systems and field equipment.
• Train on safe operation and maintenance of vehicles and tools in accordance with company safety standards.
• Support and mentor junior field staff as needed.
• Assist senior team members with project coordination involving clients, agencies, subcontractors, and design teams.
• Maintain high standards of quality control and attention to detail in all aspects of fieldwork.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate reliability, initiative, and the ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance.
• Approach tasks with a strong sense of urgency and accountability.

What you'll need

• High school diploma or GED is strongly preferred.
• Five (5+) years as SUE Technician I, Private Utility Locator, or related experience.
• Basic knowledge of Land Surveying. (optional)
• Strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Positive, “can-do” attitude.
• Ability to work outside in all seasons and conditions.
• Ability to walk, kneel, squat, and stand.
• Ability to lift 60lbs.
• Ability/willingness to travel for work assignments, including overnight assignments.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and random thereafter.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.
• Must be able to pass Military / Government Background checks. 

DRMP Offers

• Excellent compensation package
• Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match 
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums 
• Variety of voluntary benefit options 
• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More

DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.

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