Field Survey Technician - Johnston, IA

Job ID: 528548

CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, cement, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our Midwest Region has approximately 1100 employees spanning Nebraska, Iowa and Minnesota. Our local businesses are focused on the Safe production and delivery of aggregates, ready mixed concrete, asphalt, and the construction services associated with these products. We are a leading supplier of residential, commercial, city street and highway paving materials.

• Plan and organize survey field activities timely and accurately.
• Operate robotic total stations, GPS equipment, data collectors and drone equipment.
• Ensure proper care, maintenance and calibration of surveying equipment and tools.
• Ensure accuracy and precision of survey work, including verification of data and cross-checking of measurements.
• Perform physically demanding tasks including shoveling, lifting heavy objects, operating motor vehicles and utilizing small power equipment.
• Establish survey control points and site benchmarks.
• Measure stockpiles and calculate material volumes.
• Complete construction staking for site development.
Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Prior surveying experience preferred.
• Prior drone experience preferred.

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal/motor vehicle background check.
• Must obtain and maintain FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate within six (6) months of employment and maintain certifications as required.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet the company MVR requirements.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Regular, on-time and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
• Must be able to travel as required.

• Must be proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook, and database software. Must be able to utilize internet and communicate effectively.
• Ability to read, comprehend and write simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical skills such as addition, subtraction and multiplication.
• Able to work independently with attention to detail.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions from supervisors to complete assigned tasks.
• Must display a willingness and ability to work in and adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, customer needs and other conditions that may affect their daily responsibilities.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and MHSA.

• The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, balance, crawl, kneel, crouch, bend, pull, push, climb stairs, ladders, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• May require sitting or standing on hard surfaces for extended periods of time.
• Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to communicate with others verbally and in writing as well as utilize a computer, phone and tablet.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

CRH Americas Materials Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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