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Job Title: Survey Technician
About the Job
This role is responsible for collecting and computing data related to measuring the Earth's features.
The successful candidate will develop a deep understanding of construction layouts, conduct topographic analyses, and capture static measurements using industry best practices and standard operating procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect field data using sophisticated measuring equipment
- Collaborate with project teams to understand construction sequences
- Apply GPS equipment to set laths for construction, including center and offsets, while being able to field fit miscellaneous items
- Operate survey instruments to capture static measurements for various disciplines, with verified horizontal and vertical residuals from client-provided benchmarks
- Perform calculations to determine accurate elevations, distances, and angles for various construction projects
- Record survey measurements and descriptive data using notes, drawings, sketches, etc.
- Search for section corners, property states, and survey points
- Maintain and troubleshoot all GPS equipment as directed by the Survey Equipment team
- Ensure equipment and tools are clean, properly powered down, and stored at the end of the business day
- Safely operate field tools and supplies to minimize the risk of injury and property damage
- Foster effective communication between surveying teams, engineering teams, and project management
- Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to integrate survey data into project plans
- Provide regular updates on surveying progress, challenges, and solutions to site and office management
Requirements
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in surveying, remote sensing, drafting, engineering, or a related technical field (preferred)
- One year of survey experience in construction or operations, with exposure to engineering, civil, or renewable energy activities
- Computer literacy and well-developed file management skills
- Preferred comprehension of ALTA Surveys and various schematics
- Preferred understanding of surveying software, such as Trimble Business Center, MAGNET Office, or Civil 3D
- Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
