Surveying Technician

Bledsoe Construction LLC. is seeking a Survey Field Technician to join our Boise team.

The person in this position will be operating survey instruments and collecting information in the field and by performing computations/drafting in the office.

This is primarily a field Survey Technician Position but could also involve some substantial related duties in the office including AutoCAD/Revit mapping.

Responsibilities:

• Performs field labor related to performing all types of control surveys.
• Accurately run and adjust survey measuring instruments including Digital Levels and Robotic Total Stations.
• Perform some office duties (data reduction, field note reduction, calculations, data checks and staking computations using AutoCAD and/or Revit.) Will also need moderate skills in map drafting and production of survey deliverables.
• Performs mathematical calculations and field checking of field data.
• Takes accurate and clear notes and performs note reduction.
• Reads and understands plans and specifications.
• Know basic sources of measurement errors.
• The employee will adhere to the company's policies, safety plan and the project safety plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A high school education or equivalent is required, including a background in math, geometry and trigonometry.
• AS or BS Degree in Surveying and Mapping or related degree desired.
• 2 years’ experience in the use of Trimble Total Stations and Data Collectors.
• Demonstrated knowledge of principles of survey measurement, staking and marking.
• Demonstrated knowledge of sources of measurement errors and have thorough knowledge to perform analysis of survey data to ensure completeness, accuracy, and precision.
• MS Word and Excel experience required; experience utilizing AutoCAD and/or Revit is desired.
• Understanding plans and specifications.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.