Marine/Hydro Survey Instrument Operator

MARINE/HYDRO SURVEY INSTRUMENT OPERATOR

Reports to: Survey Lead

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Travel: 90%

Purpose

Under the supervision of a Licensed Surveyor or Crew Chief, the Instrument Operator will clean, calibrate, and operate all survey equipment. The Instrument Operator will support office and field staff by managing equipment, and supplies for the crew truck, reporting supply levels to the Chief of Parties/Crew Manager. The Instrument Operator will be a champion and leader of our company’s core values, while maintaining internal and external client satisfaction. The ideal candidate for this position is someone that is excited to work in a team environment, loves the outdoors, and is eager to learn and grow his or her career.

Activities & Responsibilities

• Assist a surveying or construction crew in assessing the topography and geography of a building site or parcel of land.
• Calibrate and operate a variety of specialized surveying equipment, such as Robotic Total Stations, GPS, and other miscellaneous survey tools.
• Assist crew chief in the collection of hydrographic data. (single-beam, multibeam, side scan sonar, and magnetometer data)
• Keep up with routine maintenance of trucks, boats, generators, UTVs, and other company owned equipment.
• Collect data and report back to builders, contractors, or survey leaders.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and professional demeanor with all staff and clients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Working knowledge of computers
• Valid Driver’s License

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly work outside in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold, wet, and muddy conditions, and high/precarious places.
• Ability to travel frequently and work overtime, including weekends, as needed.
• Ability to lift equipment or objects weighing 50 to 75 pounds.

EEO Statement

DDG is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. DDG makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

DDG offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Medical Insurance Plan
• Voluntary Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance

About DDG

DDG is a comprehensive design firm and is exceptionally experienced in managing all aspects of a development project. In addition to our design services, we also provide clients with conceptual site planning and master planning, site investigation reports, assisting with property acquisitions, representation at public hearings, permitting, entitlements, and construction administration. In the 29 years since our founding, our unwavering commitment to client service excellence has allowed us to grow into a multidisciplinary regional firm with over 250 full-time employees and 10 offices across South Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, and Texas – Thibodaux (headquarters), Covington, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Fairhope, Mobile, Gautier, and Houston.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road