Who We Are

HKS Utility Services, LLC is the Subsurface Utility Engineering division of Harris Kocher Smith, a local civil engineering and surveying company. Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) is a branch of engineering that deals with mitigating risks associated with new infrastructure design and construction. We work closely with engineers and utility owners to help identify utility conflicts using an array of technologies. We offer an excellent opportunity to advance your career to the next level with a true Subsurface Utility Engineering company.

About This Job

You will assist project managers and design engineers in a fast-paced environment with utility mapping and SUE projects. Candidates will be required to research and compare maps provided by utility companies and prepare existing utility plans from survey data field notes and field sketches. The position requires drafting capabilities necessary to create finished existing utility plans in support of utility mapping and SUE projects and includes CAD work in AutoCAD Civil3D to generate plan sets. Candidates will need strong technical skills with the proven ability to work efficiently and effectively in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Under general supervision, develop existing utility plans from survey data, field notes, field sketches, and office review according to project manager and client specifications
• Produce existing utility plans according to company or client CAD/drafting standards using AutoCAD Civil3D
• Quality check all work and compare to maps provided by utility companies to ensure complete and accurate plans are provided

Requirements

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or proficiency in GIS mapping software with a willingness to learn AutoCAD Civil3D environment
• A minimum of 1 year of experience with utility mapping, civil drafting, or GIS mapping
• Ability to follow and apply CAD/drafting standards

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Team-oriented individual willing to assist with a wide range of projects and work with multiple project managers
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully
• Communicate effectively

Salary

$60,000 – $70,000

Starting Date

We are looking for someone to join our growing team in January 2025

This posting will remain active until January 31, 2025.

Benefits

HKS Utility Services offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) and employer match
• Vacation, sick and holiday pay
• Educational opportunities including seminars, conferences, lunch and learns
• Personal Development Fund
• Wellness program
• Employee assistance programs
• Job security with SUE services mandated by CO state law

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Company to extend equal opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to recruitment, employment, promotion, assignment, training, demotion and discharge, and all other actions affecting personnel.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.