We're growing and are looking to hire multiple Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Technicians to join our team! If you enjoy solving problems, working with advanced technology, travel opportunities, and supporting critical infrastructure projects, this is an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career.
As a GPR Technician, you'll use state-of-the-art Ground Penetrating Radar equipment and other geophysical technologies to investigate subsurface conditions, identify underground utilities and structures, and provide accurate data that helps engineers, contractors, municipalities, and utility owners make informed decisions. Every day presents new environments, unique projects, and opportunities to work across a variety of industries.
Whether your experience comes from utility locating, construction, surveying, engineering support, geophysics, or another related field, we provide ongoing training and opportunities for professional growth.
What You'll Do
As a Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Technician, you will:
Ground Penetrating Radar Investigations
- Operate Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) equipment to investigate subsurface conditions.
- Detect and identify underground utilities, structures, voids, and other buried features.
- Perform concrete scanning to locate reinforcing steel (rebar), post-tension cables, conduits, electrical systems, embedded utilities, and other structural components before cutting, drilling, or coring.
- Conduct utility investigations in support of construction, engineering, utility, transportation, and infrastructure projects.
- Utilize complementary locating equipment when appropriate to assist in utility identification and verification.
- Follow established field procedures to maximize data quality and project accuracy.
Data Collection & Interpretation
- Collect high-quality GPR data in a variety of field environments.
- Interpret radar data to identify subsurface anomalies and underground features.
- Analyze field conditions and determine the most effective scanning methods.
- Differentiate between utilities, structural elements, and natural subsurface conditions whenever possible.
- Verify findings through multiple scanning methods and field observations.
- Assist in preparing field sketches, utility maps, and project documentation.
Field Documentation
- Record detailed field notes and observations.
- Capture photographs of project sites and completed investigations.
- Maintain accurate digital project records.
- Document utility locations, scan results, and field conditions.
- Complete daily reports and production summaries.
- Upload project data and organize electronic files according to company standards.
- Communicate project findings to supervisors and project managers.
Equipment Operation & Maintenance
Safely operate and maintain company-issued equipment, including:
- Ground Penetrating Radar systems
- Concrete scanning equipment
- GPS-enabled mobile devices
- Tablets and field software
- Utility marking equipment
- Measuring wheels
- Digital cameras
- Company vehicles
- Perform daily inspections of equipment.
- Clean, calibrate, and maintain equipment to ensure reliable performance.
- Report equipment issues promptly.
Project Support
- Work alongside engineers, project managers, utility locators, contractors, and survey crews.
- Assist with pre-construction investigations and subsurface assessments.
- Support infrastructure, transportation, commercial, industrial, and municipal projects.
- Help identify potential underground conflicts before excavation or construction begins.
- Maintain high standards for accuracy, quality, and customer service.
Successful candidates should be comfortable:
- Traveling throughout assigned regions.
- Traveling to commercial, industrial, municipal, and remote project locations.
- Working independently in the field.
- Representing the company professionally while traveling.
Customer Service
- Communicate professionally with contractors, engineers, architects, municipalities, utility owners, and property managers.
- Explain field findings and project results when appropriate.
- Maintain positive relationships with customers and project stakeholders.
- Provide timely project updates and communicate scheduling needs.
- Deliver exceptional customer service while representing the company.
Safety Responsibilities
- Follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
- Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Conduct job hazard assessments before beginning field work.
- Maintain situational awareness around construction activities, traffic, and active job sites.
- Safely operate company vehicles and field equipment.
- Participate in regular safety meetings and ongoing training.
- Report safety concerns and incidents immediately.
Quality Assurance
- Ensure accurate and repeatable GPR investigations.
- Verify project findings using accepted field procedures.
- Review field documentation for completeness and accuracy.
- Maintain company quality standards on every project.
- Continuously improve technical knowledge through training and field experience.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Ability to work outdoors and indoors in varying environments.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Previous Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) experience.
- Experience with concrete scanning.
- Utility locating experience.
- Construction, engineering, surveying, geophysics, or utility industry experience.
- Ability to travel extensively, including overnight stays.
- Experience interpreting GPR data.
- Familiarity with utility mapping and field documentation.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification (preferred but not required).
- Experience with GPS data collection or mapping software.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Mechanical and technical aptitude.
- Ability to interpret complex field conditions.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Professional communication skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing project environments.
- Commitment to accuracy, safety, and quality.
- Ability to learn and operate advanced technical equipment.
Physical Requirements
- Walk several miles daily over uneven terrain.
- Frequently stand, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and squat.
- Lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Push and maneuver GPR equipment over various surfaces.
- Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Work safely around traffic, construction equipment, and active job sites.
- Maintain visual acuity for interpreting equipment displays and field conditions.
Work Environment
These positions involve both indoor and outdoor work and may include construction sites, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, highways, bridges, parking structures, utility corridors, municipalities, educational campuses, hospitals, airports, and other infrastructure environments. Work schedules may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, overtime, and occasional emergency response assignments depending on project needs.
Why Join Our Team?
We're looking for professionals who enjoy working with cutting-edge technology, solving real-world challenges, and making a meaningful impact on construction and infrastructure projects. If you're ready for a career that combines travel, technology, fieldwork, and continuous learning, we'd love to have you on our team.
Apply today and help uncover what's below the surface while supporting safe, successful construction and infrastructure projects.
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
Ability to Commute:
- Sebring, FL 33870 (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person