SUE Crew Chief

We are seeking a SUE Crew Chief position to join our growing Geospatial/ SUE Division in Chicago, IL. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company with outstanding benefits and have future career growth.This position requires candidates to be physically able to operate and maneuver truck equipment and the various tools utilized for underground utility exploration, designation and survey locations. Must be extremely safety conscious and possess a strong work ethic. Candidate must be able to follow company procedures and policy when performing both SUE and survey duties. Day to day operations may require that most of the day be spent performing SUE activities while performing as needed survey activities collecting the SUE field data. The ability to multitask is an important aspect of this position in order to maintain workflow. Position will require travel at times, primarily within the office Geographic Region Location, and other states as needed.At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation's top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond.WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team-player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team todayWGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.Supervisory:Acts as a crew leader working with multiple field crews and supervises SUE staff as needed to complete projects safe, on schedule and within directed scope of work by Project managers or Project Engineers/SurveyorsDirects SUE tasks in the fieldLeads tailgate safety meetings and develops site specific Job Hazard AnalysisDevelops and implements Maintenance of Traffic signage at each siteCommunicates with clients and utility representativesCoordinates with SUE, Survey and CADD staff for SUE related tasksPerforms QA/QC on designated utilities and test holesLeads field investigationsTrains lower level SUE technicians on proper designating and test hole techniquesField:Secures equipment and guard against loss and theftReads and interprets roadway plans, as-builts and utility company markups recordsLeads field investigationsDesignates all utilities, including complex telecommunications, cable tv, gas, electric, water, traffic control, and any other utilities encountered in the fieldCapably uses multi-frequency pipe and cable locators and single frequency induction devices (Metrotech 810, RD5000, Pipehorn)Operates the GPR proficientlyTroubleshoots issues with designating equipment/able to make basic repairs (fixing leads)Adheres to safety standards, including proper operation of both electronic and mechanical equipmentMaintains truck and electronic equipment on a daily basis, including but not limited to fluid levels, filters and pneumatic/hand toolsSkilled at using air lance to expose utilities in varying soil conditions and depthsUses and maintains concrete saw properlyJackhammer usage on varying pavement typesUnderstands proper tamping procedures and can correctly patch asphalt and concreteDrives the designating vehicle and vacuum excavation truckUnderstands the vac truck operation and can troubleshoot and perform minor repairsMaintains equipment and keeps crew's assigned vehicle cleanFills out the field book legiblyCompletes field sketchesRecords information for test holesRecords pole dataSurvey experience a plusMaintains and operates a total station and/or GPS Unit, including the data collector associated with this survey equipmentFollows WGI survey procedures for checking into established survey control when field locating SUE evidence. Utilize the standard feature coding descriptions when collecting point and line features associated with SUE designations and test holes Office:Completes QL-D lineworkSubmits One Call ticketsAssists with proposal preparation and take-offsAssists Project Manager as needed Downloads and emails data files, photographs, and field notes to the home office for processing each dayEffectively communicates with the other parties involved on a project to ensure all SUE markings have been adequately surveyed and accounted for in order to minimize rework High School Diploma or GED required4-5+ years of experience with SUE, utility designating and test holesValid Driver's license and clean MVR requiredFull understanding of ASCE's SUE Quality levelsSupervisory experienceCapable of working independentlyMust be able to pass DOT physical with the ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within 60 days Ability to pass drug screenRoutinely perform field surveying tasks, including the setup and use of GPS and other survey equipment. This may involve lifting equipment weighing 50 pounds or more.Occasionally operate tools and instruments such as jackhammers, pogo tampers, and other equipment necessary for field surveying activities.Routinely transport tools and equipment between job sites and assist with tasks such as installing construction stakes, tying out existing intersection ties, and establishing or locating vertical and horizontal control points.Routinely conduct field surveys in diverse environments, including roadways, bridges, and control projects. This may require walking extended distances and working for prolonged periods.Frequently work outdoors for durations exceeding two hours in various weather conditions to complete assigned surveying tasks. This may involve being exposed to a variety of weather conditions. Must be able to travel for up to 2 weeks at a timeTechnically and mechanically inclinedComputer savvy and able to operate advanced softwareUnderstands physics and advanced utility designating theory Higher than average problem-solving abilitiesGood visual-spatial abilitiesBasic math skillsGood writing and reading comprehension skillsTraining (in addition to standard employee training):PowerSafe preferredE-RailSafe preferredOther region-specific credentials preferredCertifications:OSHA 10-hour preferredOSHA 30-hour preferredDOT Driver's Qualification preferredCoalition for Construction Safety certification preferredFirst Aid/CPR Certification preferredApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of employment visasPhysical DemandsThe physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office setting. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard and mouse. Use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, speak and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.If you have what it takes to join our growing organization and want to be part of a dedicated team, please apply today. In return, WGI provides a competitive salary and an outstanding work environment. WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.WGI does not accept any unsolicited resumes. Should any 3rd party agency or recruiters forward or submit any resume(s) to a WGI employee without a pre-existing contractual agreement, the submitted resume(s) will be deemed the property of WGI, and no placement fee will be provided.All agencies and vendors are required to have a signed WGI vendor agreement from the WGI Chief HR Officer permitting them to work directly through our Talent Acquisition team. Obtaining this signed vendor agreement is the only way you will receive payment. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of our staff will not be binding. All third-party recruiting/supplemental staffing agencies are expected to familiarize themselves and abide by this policy.