Sue Field Technician I

Who We Are

SAM is the nation’s largest combined geospatial solutions and inspection service provider in the industry. We use the industry’s most advanced software and hardware for collecting and analyzing complex spatial data across a wide range of markets and scientific disciplines. Our national reach, expertise, and applied technologies uniquely equip us to capture physical environments from coast to coast — delivering practical insights and high-quality spatial data with unrivaled speed and accuracy.

Your Impact at SAM

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for working outdoors? We are looking for a SUE Field Technician I to join our team in Richmond, Virginia.

If you're ready to explore the depths beneath our feet, apply now!

 

Responsibilities:

• Assist in identifying marked utilities, structures and various control points on plans and and in the field
• Perform operator level maintenance on assigned company tools and equipment as required
• Assist in the implementation of approved traffic control plans
• Actively work toward obtaining the skills in the certification program required for advancement
• Efficient employment of assigned equipment to accurately record data of marked utilities, structures, and various control points in the field
• Operates vacuum truck and related tools and equipment such as a jackhammer, pogo-tamper, concrete saw, compressor blower, vacuum hose and air lance and hand tools
• Drives commercial motor vehicles

What You Bring to SAM

• Valid driver's license, in conjunction with successfully passing the company MVR requirements, clean background check and drug screening
• Ability to travel 
• Work outdoors under the full range of weather conditions typically experienced throughout all seasons of the year
• Ability to walk for extended periods over irregular terrain while carrying and/or employing any of the full range of surface geophysical and surveying equipment, the weight of such equipment is typically less than 30 lbs
• Pick up and carry equipment, tools or supplies weighing up to 50 lbs. for short distances and assist others to do the same. This includes the loading and unloading of such items into and out of vehicles, storage areas, etc.
• Remove and replace manhole lids and covers weighing up 50 lbs., with assistance

Our Perks

• Company paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, LTD and life insurance (HSA and FSA plans available)
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays and parental leave) – Accrual starts immediately
• 401(k) program offers 100% employer match up to 5%
• Paid continuing education courses and tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program – Your mental health is our priority
• No glass ceiling! Truly a place to spread your wings (Ask about our Career Pathing!)
• Trainings throughout the year – Specialized in-house trainings programs designed to assist you in advancing in your career
• Office snacks, free food and fun-themed events for employees throughout the year
• Passion for our Community – You have endless opportunities to volunteer alongside your peers with our Corporate Social Responsibility Program

 

Our Culture

Our entrepreneurial culture is a key factor in SAM being recognized as a Top Workplace for eleven consecutive years, and we make it our mission to ensure every one of our employees learns how to build and manage a business, not just be the subject matter expert on the team. At SAM, our employee’s development is instrumental to our success. Your learning will be supported by specialized in-house training programs and mentoring by the industry’s leading experts, who just happen to be on our staff! We make SAM a GREAT place to work, but it all starts with YOU!

 

EEO

SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.  SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.