About the Role
SAM is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions, delivering scale, technology, and expertise for projects of any size. We streamline project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across multiple disciplines. By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and experience, we provide accurate, actionable data to help clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. Join a team that values innovation, growth, and making a tangible impact on the built environment.
Responsibilities
- Respond to utility locate requests by locating and marking underground facilities in accordance with state 811 requirements, client standards, and company procedures.
- Utilize locating equipment, utility maps, records, and field judgment to identify the approximate path of buried utilities with accuracy and consistency.
- Complete clear and thorough ticket documentation, including field notes, photos, and positive response updates.
- Communicate professionally with contractors, homeowners, utility owners, dispatch, and internal leadership regarding job status, access issues, and field conditions.
- Manage daily workload efficiently while maintaining production expectations, quality standards, and required response times.
- Work safely in a fast-paced field environment by following company safety procedures, damage prevention practices, PPE requirements, and safe vehicle operation standards.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous experience in utility location/damage prevention is required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with contractors, homeowners, and stakeholders
- Ability to work independently in the field, problem-solve, and adapt to changing conditions on job sites
- Work outdoors under the full range of weather conditions typically experienced throughout all seasons of the year
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company MVR standards
Skills
- Familiarity with 811 dig laws and safe excavation practices is preferred
Location
- Nationwide
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Previous experience in utility location/damage prevention required
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $25.00/hour - $35.00/hour
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage begins the month after hire date
- Dental plans available
- Free vision coverage for employees
- Company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance
- HSA + FSA plans
- SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
- Employee Referral Rewards Program ($1K, $2,500 or $5K)
- Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Optional cellphone stipend
- Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays
- Parental leave
- Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications
- Project Manager Business Academy
- CAD Training Program
- Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins
- SAM WINS - initiative for women-focused leadership and development
- Milestone Anniversary Recognition
- SAMbassador mentorship program
- Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases
- Company-sponsored events
- Free office snacks
About the Company
- 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.
- SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year
- 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms
