Survey SUE Technician

NV5 (NASDAQ: NVEE) provides engineering and consulting services to public and private sectors, delivering solutions through five business verticals: Construction Quality Assurance, Infrastructure, Energy, Program Management, and Environmental. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

NV5 is seeking a full-time Utility Services Survey Technician to work outdoors as part of a small crew within the Geomatics Department.  This position is for a survey technician to work primarily within the SUE side of the department, surveying SUE markings and appurtenances, along with some topographic work. Chance to learn underground utility location as it pertains to the design of new roads, buildings, and utility master plans. Learn the mitigation of risk associated with the damage to underground utilities during construction due to faulty design, caused by incomplete existing condition information. This is an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact and take ownership of a fast-growing segment in our business. In addition to land survey, this individual will be trained in all aspects of Subsurface Utility Engineering, including ground penetrating radar, electromagnetic locators, and robotic pipe camera inspection equipment. Part 107 drone pilot training will be provided. All tools and equipment are provided along with a company vehicle. Primarily travel around the southeast with opportunities to travel to other NV5 offices in California, Oregon, Texas, Colorado, and Florida. The NV5 Utility Services Department likes to promote from within and will train the proper applicant.

• Operate and/or oversee the use of survey equipment and field data collection.
• Determine methods and procedures for establishing or reestablishing survey control.
• Determine precise location and measurements of paint, elevations, lines, areas, and contours.
• Maintain accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe and certify work performance.
• Ensure the successful and accurate completion of the field portion of the project.
• Locate underground utilities such as water, gas, power, fiber optic, and telephone.
• Identification of utility sizes, materials, and types.
• Collection of existing conditions information for the assessment and identification of underground utilities.
• Be knowledgeable of the quality levels of SUE and how to differentiate between each one.
• Implement new technologies and methods.
• Complete existing conditions surveys for public and private clients.

• Associate degree preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software; Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to type.
• Familiar with IOS operating system, a plus.
• Familiar with AutoCAD, OpenRoads, and/or MicroStation, a plus.
• 1-3 years of land survey experience
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver's license prior to employment.
• Ability to travel (up to 50% of the time)
• Familiarity with iPad or tablet.
• Part 107 certified, a plus

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NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.