Survey Rodman

** Applicants: Please, no phone calls or office visits. **

JOB SUMMARY:

A Survey Rodman supports Surveyors and surveying crews. This role provides support during the measurement of land, transporting and setting up equipment necessary to survey land and prepare job sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Loading and securing equipment into vehicles before leaving for job site and upon return.
• Layout stakes to prepare for elevation measurements.
• Hold prism pole steady to help determine elevations and location of different points.
• Perform manual labor such as cutting brush for survey lines, driving stakes into ground with hammer, lifting manhole lids, carrying stakes, rebar, other heavy items and Prism Pole.
• Keep company tools and equipment clean, orderly and check adjustment of equipment.
• Ensure completion of required routine maintenance and cleanliness of work vehicle.
• Visit work/construction sites for land measurements.
• Provide accurate survey rod readings on the request and direction of surveyor party chief or surveyor.
• Inventory of materials and provide list to surveyor (monthly).
• Become knowledgeable of use of other equipment necessary for surveying under supervision of party chief.
• Requires compliance with McDavid Associates, Inc. General Safety Rules as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Perform other general duties as specified by party chief, surveyor and company leadership.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Maintain a valid NC driver’s license (use of company vehicle may be required).
• Requires a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills to convey accurate information effectively.
• Use basic mathematics and reading skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to meet consistent attendance.
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines and manage time in the best interest of the client and company.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred One year of Experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Requires physical presence at job site as part of a two person crew. Requires working in various non-controlled environmental conditions and requires working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions including but not limited to very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures in addition to wind and rain.
• Exposure to noise, traffic, light, insects, wildlife, and reptiles.
• May encounter fire ants, snakes, bees or other stinging insects as well as poisonous plants.
• Must have ability to drive, stand, and kneel for long periods of time.
• Requires travel daily to job sites.
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to take accurate measurements or site setup.
• Exposure to high places, ditches, manholes, etc.
• Constantly repositions self to maintain use of survey equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry up-to 50 pounds, on regular basis over rough/uneven terrain.
• Requires navigating on uneven ground, crossing ditches, traversing through fields, bodies of water, muddy and wooded areas while carrying equipment.
• Requires manual labor including but not limited to cutting brush for survey lines, driving stakes into ground with hammer, carrying stakes, rebar, other heavy items and Prism Pole.
• Requires communication and contact with others (individuals or teams, face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise).
• Additional hours (nights and/or weekends) may be required based on project requirements.
• Minimal work in office setting.

Disclaimer:
This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at anytime at the sole discretion of the employer

McDavid Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person