SUE Instrument Operator

Position Overview
We are seeking a SUE Instrument Operator to join our SUE-Geospatial team in Tampa, FL. This position requires the candidate to work in a variety of outdoor conditions and be physically able to operate and maneuver truck equipment and the various tools utilized for underground utility exploration, designation, and survey location. The 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 the remainder of the day be spent performing survey activities. The ability to focus on the task at hand is an important aspect of this position in order to maintain workflow. This position will require travel at times, primarily within the office Geographic Region Location.

Responsibilities

Works alongside an experienced SUE Tech or SUE Crew Chief in the field performing both designating and test hole tasks

Safety and adhering to safety culture

Awareness of the outdoor environment

Interest in advanced technologies

Assists with flagging and marking of utilities

Begins training to designate basic utilities such as gas, conductive water, utility services, low complexity telecommunications

Assists on test hole tasks of all types

Drives the designating vehicle and vac truck when needed

Helps maintain vehicles & equipment along with securing equipment and guard against loss and theft

Records information for test holes

Dependable and responsive

Immediate room for advancement and promotion

Assists in office as needed

Qualifications

Entry Level position – No experience needed, but preferred

High School Diploma or GED required

Valid Driver's license and clean MVR

Must be able to pass DOT physical with the ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within 60 days

Ability to pass drug screen

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Physically able to operate pneumatic tools such as jack hammers and pogo tampers

Must enjoy working outdoors in all types of weather conditions

Able to walk for long periods of time over all types of terrain

Must be able to travel for up to 2 weeks at a time

Technically and mechanically inclined

Understands basic physics

Higher than average problem‑solving abilities

Good visual‑spatial abilities

Basic math skills

Good writing and reading comprehension skills

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.

Benefits
WGI offers a complete benefits package including medical, dental, vision, LTD & STD, life insurance, 401(k) with match, PTO, holidays, HSA with company contribution, pet insurance, and employee assistance program.

Physical Demands
The 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer
WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Application
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.

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