GPR Technician (Utility Locating & Structural)
Escondido, CA
West – Geotechnical Department /
Full-Time /
On-site
Our utility locating and ground penetrating radar (GPR) technicians are responsible for locating and marking all utility lines and features, as well as any other obstructions and anomalies within a designated work area of a site. The purpose for utility location may include, but is not limited to, surveying and planning, new construction, utility clearance for coring/drilling, and excavations into the subsurface. Our technicians are responsible for ensuring accurate, reliable, and repeatable results throughout their projects. They are responsible for ensuring the safety of themselves and others, and protection of the equipment while on their work site.
*Pay Rate starts at $30.00/hr.
Job Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain equipment, including calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Operate line tracer/locator, magnetic detection, GPR, and structural concrete scanning equipment.
- Produce legible and readily understandable utility mark-out on the ground surface with marking paint in accordance with APWA Uniform Color Code.
- Record and document findings accurately and communicate findings to supervisors and project managers.
- Ensure that all actions and procedures are conducted in a safe and efficient manner, following all safety protocols and regulations.
- Collaborate with other members of the project team, including engineers, contractors, and architects, to ensure that materials meet project specifications.
- Prepare reports summarizing test results and communicate findings to project stakeholders.
- Provide excellent customer service to clients, responding to questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
- · Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of experience using line tracer/locator, GPR, and/or other utility locating instruments.
- Willingness to learn and obtain new certifications.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Ability to properly operate and maintain a company vehicle to company and industry standards.
- Strong communication skills.
- Detail-oriented.
- Able to work independently.
- Travel required including overnight and out of town.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Project management/supervisor experience.
- Experience in construction, installation, utility work, or other similar industry.
About UES
UES is a national leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental Consulting, Occupational Health & Safety, Virtual Design Consulting, and Building Envelope. With over 3,400 team members across 70+ branches in the United States, UES provides essential engineering services to some of the most prominent and significant projects in the country. As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group’s Hot Firm list in 2021 and 2022, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future.
Our Team Members
Our team members bring unique skill sets, licenses and certifications, and experience to our firm, which diversifies our team and allows us to provide a wide variety of services uniquely grounded in excellence. Our team STRIVES to uphold our core values of safety, teamwork, responsiveness, integrity, value, and excellence to ensure we meet client expectations, support our communities, and build a strong, reliable team. Our UES team members are kind, passionate, and driven, which creates collaborative workspaces and a sense of camaraderie among our team members. At UES, we are eager to hire, teach, and train the next generation of industry leaders and learn from the expertise of each team member who walks through our doors. To learn more about UES, visit teamues.com
Our Benefits
We understand that our team members are the glue that holds our business together. We value the individual contributions of each person, and we show this by offering comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance options, PTO, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and so much more. If you have additional questions about our benefits, please contact our Recruitment team at westcareers@teamues.com
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