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Posted August 22, 2026

Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Technician - EXPERIENCED

DRMP
Charlotte, MI, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Description
DRMP's Surveying & Mapping/Geospatial Division is HIRING! We're looking for experienced Utility Locators (Subsurface Utility Engineering - SUE) to join our Charlotte Office.
  • Mentoring/Career Path Development - Growth Opportunity
  • Company Truck (*Take home)
  • Travel REQUIRED

Your Primary Responsibilities will include
• Obtain a clear understanding of ASCE 38-02 standards and Quality Levels and their applications
• Provide underground utility flagging “designation” with proficiency utilizing ground penetrating radar and electromagnet equipment and other geophysical means.
• Designate all utility line types of conductive or non-conductive materials including water, sewer, gas, electric, fiber optic, PVC and all other underground facilities that would affect excavation of a site
• Mark utilities with flags and/or paint and produce a sketch of results for future use by the client.
• Operate vacuum excavation truck and other related equipment or “hand dig” to verify utility characteristics.
• Assist with maintenance of vehicle/trucks, equipment, and work sites
• Research all utilities that may be on a site prior to entering the site
• Exercise extreme caution near or around any utility facility and follow all applicable job site safety parameters

What you'll need
• High School and/or specialized training from a vocational or technical school
• Experience in using electromagnetic and geophysical designating technologies is a plus
• Basic computer skills and can learn and understand new software.
• Valid driver’s license with approved/acceptable driving history required.
• Ability to travel (If Needed - Up to 50% of the time)
• Ability to carry and lift equipment as needed on the project.
• Knowledge of equipment and ability to set up for different work situations
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DRMP Offers
  • Excellent compensation package
  • Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
  • 401(k) Plan and Match
  • Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
  • Mentorship Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Parental Leave
  • Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
  • Variety of voluntary benefit options
  • Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
  • Company-furnished life insurance
  • Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • and More


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