SUE Technician IV, SUE
CobbFendley

Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveyingsolutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career?At CobbFendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer a(n):

• Effective 2024, CobbFendley is proud to announce that FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases. CobbFendley pays for the entire cost of this benefit.
• Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs
• Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• Community service opportunities through the CobbFendley Cares Committee, focusing on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Technician IV in either Frisco, Texas or Fort Worth, Texas.

The successful candidates most important qualifications include:

• Minimum ten (10) years of Air and Hydro Vacuum Excavation (SUE Locating) and/or designating experience required.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience leading multiple crews on SUE projects.
• Ability to research and review utility company records and identify utilities from field observation.
• Ability to read and interpret TXDOT and municipal design plans and as-built drawings.
• Understanding of utility construction methods.
• Knowledge and experience with various types of utility line locating equipment (SUE Designating).
• Capable of making field decisions without direct supervision.
• Excellent communication skills and a team attitude.
• Motivation to work in a dynamic environment with strict deadlines.
• Desire to collaborate with professionals and clients to increase your industry knowledge and grow in your career.
• Commitment to perform responsibilities consistent with industry standards to achieve department and company goals.
• Interest in developing relationships with clients, partners, and local organizations to remain a trusted resource in the community.
• Perform independent research and delegate changing priorities.

Essential Functions:

• Locate underground utilities safely through manual labor nondestructive methods.
• Record and document the underground utility field data in accordance with CAD standard formats.
• Must operate and maintain company equipment and vehicles.
• Training to meet company safety standards.
• Dig potholes as directed by job plan including windows when crossing utilities.
• Soil excavation digging with high pressure air/hydro wand and vacuum hose systems.
• Carrying, maneuvering, and handling wands and hoses at ground level for excavated holes that are approximately 20 feet deep below ground surface.
• Travel is a mandatory requirement of the role as assigned. The percentage of travel will fluctuate based on business needs and at times may account for 40% of the time worked. Travel includes to other offices or project sites throughout the US.
• Work with minimal supervision in a collaborative team environment and deliver accurate work product that is error free.
• Adhere to CobbFendley’s safety standards to uphold a safe and efficient environment.
• Maintain a professional attitude and fulfill responsibilities with integrity.
  

PHYSICAL + COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting and Standing.Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
• Mobility.Movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors, workstations, and outdoor environments.
• Head and Neck Movement.Forward flexion, extension, or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion.Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
• Arm Movement.Extending hands and arms in various directions, such as overhead, below the waist, forward, or laterally.
• Object Handling.Raising or lowering objects from one level to another and transporting objects by holding them in the hands, arms, or over the shoulder.
• Cognitive Requirements.Selective attention, oral comprehension, oral expression, speech recognition, speech clarity, written comprehension, written expression, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, number facility, information ordering, category flexibility, flexibility of closure, fluency of ideas, and originality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AT JOB SITES

• Construction Sites, Traffic Zones, and Other Work Sites.Ability to move effectively in and around construction sites, traffic work zones, and other outdoor assignments.
• Physical Abilities.Includes hand-eye coordination, steadiness, upper and lower body strength, control precision, stamina, multi-limb coordination, static strength, manual dexterity, depth perception, and both oral comprehension and expression.
• Alertness.Must remain alert and responsive while working in lane closure zones adjacent to high-traffic and dynamic areas.
• Lifting and Carrying.Capable of lifting, carrying, and balancing equipment and supplies weighing up to 100 pounds in various environments, including remote, rural, or urban settings.
• Walking and Climbing.Ability to walk long distances (3+ miles) and climb on uneven surfaces.
• Vehicle Use:Frequent climbing in and out of vehicles and extended periods of driving.
• Repeated Motions.Includes activities such as reaching, bending, stooping, carrying, lifting, pushing, pulling, and handling.
• Sitting and Standing.Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
• Warehouse Mobility.Movement within the warehouse, including navigating between floors, workstations, high-traffic areas, and various walking surfaces.
• Communication.Effective communication with other employees and clients.
• Cognitive Requirements.Selective attention, oral comprehension, oral expression, speech recognition, speech clarity, written comprehension, written expression, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, number facility, information ordering, category flexibility, flexibility of closure, fluency of ideas, and originality.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM CST/local time zone.

This position may include the need for overtime hours.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

At CobbFendley, we are an equal opportunity employer, interested in qualified candidates with the requisite employment authorization eligibly to work in the United States. All candidates are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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MISCELLANEOUS

• Pre-Employment Screenings.All offers of employment at CobbFendley are contingent upon the prospective employee passing any applicable pre-employment screenings including but not limited to: electronic consent for the pre-employment screenings, eleven-panel drug screening, ten-year federal, state, and county background verifications, three-year minimum motor vehicle record (MVR), unless a client requires additional (copy of a valid driver’s license is required), functional capacity exam (FCE), also known as a physical exam (if applicable).
• Work Authorization + Sponsorship.Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). The E-Verify system uses federal databases to rapidly validate individual identities and work eligibility from the information gathered in the Form I-9. CobbFendley will not sponsor applications of work visas. We understand that this could affect your decision to apply with these conditions in mind.
• External Recruiting Agencies.CobbFendley does not and will not accept unsolicited resumes under any circumstances from independent recruiters, recruiting agencies, or similar entities. Recruiting activity on behalf of a candidate does NOT constitute CobbFendley's acceptance of terms and conditions without prior contractual agreements signed by authorized CobbFendley personnel. Unsolicited resumes through any channels including cold calling, emails, applications, social media messaging, etc., will not be reviewed.

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