SUE CAD Technician

SUE CAD Technician

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT

At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work.

We are actively seeking a highly technical, self-driven SUE CAD Technician with 2+ years of experience to join our growing team. If you are an innovative, self-motivated team player who wants to help shape the communities you live and work in, we encourage you to apply today.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) CAD Technician with strong experience in Open Roads Designer and AutoCAD Civil 3D, along with hands-on exposure to underground utilities. This role will support SUE investigations, utility coordination, and civil design projects, working closely with field crews, surveyors, and project managers.

• Process utility field data
• Create and update utility drawings using processed field data
• Prepare digital test hole reports and inventory sheets
• Work with survey files and field-collected data
• Support the SUE project team, including records research
• Assist with creating and editing CAD drawings related to subsurface utilities and pothole investigations
• Utilize client-provided CAD files as base drawings while maintaining file integrity and standards
• Import, organize, and manage external CAD files and survey data
• Apply company and client drafting standards
• Update drawings based on plans, field sketches, utility markouts, and client feedback
• Maintain organized project folders and clean CAD file structures
• Communicate with project staff to clarify scope, base files, and permitting requirements
• Coordinate with field crews, surveyors, and project managers
• Perform QA/QC reviews of CAD deliverables and test hole deliverables

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years of in-office CAD experience
• Experience working in fast-paced environments and willingness to work overtime when necessary to meet project schedules
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Experience with Micro Station / Open Roads Designer (ORD)
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Ability to read and understand roadway plans, construction plans, utility as-builts, and utility record drawings
• Basic knowledge of utility types
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Ability to work within existing CAD files provided by clients or consultants
• General understanding of drawing scale, layouts, and plotting
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn survey interpretation and utility mapping concepts
• Strong communication skills and the ability to ask questions when requirements are unclear
• Knowledge of Subsurface Utility Engineering standards (ASCE 38)
• Familiarity with Micro Station environments
• Ability to perform limited field verification when needed
• Experience working with underground utilities such as water, sewer, storm, gas, electric, or telecommunications

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities including in-house training
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure

For more information, visit our website at

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status

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