Sue Technician

SUE Technician

We are seeking a SUE Technician to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with utility locating experience who is looking to build a long-term career in Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE), surveying, and infrastructure services . We offer strong career growth, professional development, and advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

- Locate and designate underground utilities using electromagnetic locating equipment.
- Assist with hydro/vacuum excavation (potholing) operations.
- Read and interpret utility records, maps, plans, and construction drawings.
- Collect field data and prepare sketches, notes, and utility investigation documentation.
- Support SUE projects while maintaining quality and industry standards.
- Safely operate company vehicles, tools, and equipment.
- Perform confined space and manhole entry work following safety procedures.
- Coordinate with project managers, survey crews, contractors, and utility owners.
- Work outdoors in varying weather and field conditions throughout Texas.

Qualifications

- At least 1 year of utility locating, utility designation, or SUE experience preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physically demanding field work.
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel for projects.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to follow safety protocols and work instructions.
- Dependable, punctual, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
- Valid Texas Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications

- Vac truck or hydro excavation experience is a plus.
- Surveying or geomatics experience is a plus.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richardson, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.23 - $31.84/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richardson, TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Richardson,TX. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without
regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or
adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,
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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law
shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you
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