The SURVEY FIELD SUPPORT is an entry-level position to assist in surveying land by performing tasks as directed by Survey Party Chief or other senior survey staff.

• Holds level or stadia rod at designated points to assist in determining elevations and position of stakes for mapmaking, construction, land, and other surveys.
• Calls out readings or records readings, as directed.
• Marks points of measurement with elevation, station number, or identifying mark.
• Measures distance between survey points with steel or cloth tape or surveyor’s chain.
• Marks measuring points with keel, paint sticks, scratches, tacks, or stakes.
• Places stakes at designated points and drives them into ground at specified elevation.
• Cuts and clears brush and trees from line of survey.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: 

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Equivalent combination of 3 months of education and relevant experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Valid driver’s license required - Must be insurable by fleet insurer; driving history will be reviewed by agent and underwriter.
• Must be able to pass a background check as required by military, industrial, port, and other client sites.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. 
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Regularly work on repetitive tasks.
• Regularly use hands and fingers to handle, control, or feel objects.
• Regularly hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.
• Regularly see details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
• Regularly speak clearly so listeners can understand.
• Regularly understand the speech of another person.
• Must be able to withstand regular exposure to outdoor worksite weather conditions that may be wet and/or humid environments, with extreme cold and/or heat; sites may be moderate to moderately loud
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.
• May be required to drive long distances daily
• May be required to travel overnight