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SAM, LLC
Damage Prevention/SUE Field Technician
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What they do
A Pipeline Worker or Operator installs and maintains pipelines or large outdoor pipe systems that carry water, oil or natural gas.
$58,063 / year median in Virginia
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Who We Are Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size. SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI). By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment. Your Impact at SAM The nature of this role is to help prevent damages. The Damage Prevention Specialist works as a liaison to the homeowner and/or contractor and the gas company. Practice safe dig practices in accordance to 811 dig law Visit active job sites in a company-provided vehicle to communicate to contractors or homeowners about safe dig practices in accordance to 811 dig law Facilitate gas marking corrections and updates as needed Provide quality checks on utility markings Accurately complete detailed documentation of daily activities Assist in identifying marked utilities, structures and maps and in the field Perform operator-level maintenance on assigned company tools and equipment as required Other tasks as assigned What You Bring to SAM Experience with locating gas utilities is a plus, but not required Operator Qualification's or ability to obtain Operator Qualification's required Valid driver's license Work outdoors under the full range of weather conditions typically experienced throughout all seasons of the year Proficient communication verbal and written communication