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Engineering Technician III (Utility Mapper)

Utah State University
Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits
United States, Utah, Logan
Dec 07, 2025
Engineering Technician III (Utility Mapper) Requisition ID: 2025-9740 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Other Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Non-Exempt College: Facilities Department: Facilities Utility Systems Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits Overview Primary responsibilities include locating, identifying, and mapping campus utility systems in Esri ArcGIS located on the Utah State University's Main Campus and Regional campuses throughout Utah. This position will report to the MS4 Coordinator/Engineering Tech SR. Responsibilities Reviewing and approving Digging Permits. Job responsibilities require close coordination between internal USU personnel within the departments of Facilities and IT, as well as outside contractors and engineers, and the cities of Logan and North Logan. Position also coordinates with outside utility entities. Prepare digging permits for construction work. Prepare utility maps for digging permits for contractors and maintenance technicians. Provide support to interpret and locate utilities. Make field measurements of underground utility and building structures using survey equipment. Update and add utility information in the campus GIS utility mapping system. Attend planning, design and pre-construction meetings to keep informed on current and upcoming projects. Support the Engineering Senior Tech with inspections of utility construction work to ensure safe and efficient installations that meet applicable design and construction standards. Help assist the Engineering Senior Tech to oversee testing of newly installed utility systems. Coordinate with outside firms to provide as-built documentation for utilities and review for accuracy. Provide utility information resources as needed to internal and external entities during campus utility outages or emergencies. Understand security sensitivities of utility distribution information and safeguard university information assets. Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Three years of relevant experience. Must have a good understanding of utility distribution systems and their functions in order to recognize, classify, locate, and advise appropriate constituencies to ensure efficient and safe access to, and proper utilization of, all campus utility systems. Must have the ability to understand Utah Blue Stakes processes to ensure safety of USU utility lines. Basic knowledge of architectural and engineering drawings and maps. Familiarity with the basic operation of office software such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Adobe Acrobat. Preferred Qualifications: Two years of current direct experience, or prior relevant experience obtained within the last three years executing many of the listed responsibilities of this position for a college, university or hospital campus, or business park setting with an emphasis on multi-facetted underground utility distribution systems. Recent relevant experience gained from working in architectural or engineering offices on planning, design, or project management involving on-site utility systems. Proficiency in using survey equipment. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Esri ArcGIS Pro, Trimble TBS Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge and use of AutoCAD, or experience with an alternate computer aided drafting system Knowledge of how to use GPS and robotic total station Good communication skills and good organizational skills with a proven ability to work with limited supervision. Ability to read, understand, and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, and written specifications for construction and modification of new or existing on-site utility systems Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application Please do not upload your cover letter. You will be instructed to copy and paste it during your application. Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits ADA Working conditions & physical effort - must have the physical ability to work in extreme weather conditions, lift manhole lids, climbing in manholes and carrying survey equipment on rough terrain. Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. College/Department Highlights University Highlights Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact. USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties. Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu . updated 09/2025 https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/9740/engineering-technician-iii-%28utility-mapper%29/job?in_iframe=1* Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. 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