SUE Technician

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a SUE Technician opening in our Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, or Ithaca, NY office. LaBella fosters a team-oriented atmosphere and emphasizes unparalleled client services. As a SUE Project Manager for LaBella, you will assist with all SUE activities for land surveying and multi-disciplinary projects. You will be integral to the safe and accurate identification, mapping, and surveying of utility systems. You’ll have the chance to lead daily field operations, working alongside a skilled team of technicians, engineers, and surveyors.

Duties:

• Operate and maintain SUE utility locating and designating equipment (electromagnetic induction and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) to accurately identify and map subsurface utilities.
• Ability to read and interpret utility prints, design plans, and map utility infrastructure.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and experience managing field crews.
• Assist with the day-to-day operations of the field and office Team on a variety of SUE projects.
• Participate in weekly scheduling and coordination meetings with the project team.
• Prepare detailed, accurate daily reports, field sketches, and forms both electronically and by hand.
• Assist with the QA/QC of final SUE deliverables.
• Represents the land survey group on multi-discipline project teams.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to identify opportunities for SUE services.
• Ensures maintenance of existing technology.
• Manages archiving of records.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• AAS or BS degree in a technology discipline such as land surveying, engineering, geology, forestry, or landscape architecture.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in equal or related position of responsibility demonstrating past management experience, utility design and coordination.
• Previous SUE experience in an engineering design environment.
• Knowledge of utility designation, records research, and field operations documentation.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of land surveying systems, procedures & technology.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Carlson and Inroads software is a plus.
• Self-motivated, self-starter with the ability to work in a team environment and independently.
• Maintain a current driver’s license in good standing and able to operate company owned vehicles.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Experience with DOT, municipal, or public utility projects.
• OSHA Safety certifications are a plus.

Salary Range: $24.00 - $30.00 an hour

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.