What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Field Technician (Instrument Operator) position at NV5?
Overview
NV5 (NASDAQ: NVEE) is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.
As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.
Responsibilities
NV5 is seeking a full-time Survey Field Technician - (Instrument Operator), for our Charlotte, NC office. This entry level position will assist the Party Chief and Survey Coordinator for timely completion of assignments.
The most frequent and essential work activities include:
- Organize and maintain field equipment.
- Transporting and setup of surveying equipment and instruments.
- Clear vegetation or debris as directed for surveying measurements.
- Assist the Party Chief in recording measurements by operating prism and level rods.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the Project Manager and Group Manager.
Work environment and physical demands of this position
The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the organization), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
- This position will be subject to outside environmental conditions, including weather conditions such as wet and /or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments.
- Work will primarily be in the field involving long term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards at construction and project sites.
- Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
- Must be able to walk over rough and uneven terrain and be able to stand up to 10-12 hours a day on occasion.
- Must have the ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.
- Weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
- Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.
NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Qualifications
Prerequisites for employment
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license prior to employment-preferred
Behavioral traits, attitudes, and skills required for this position
- Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
- Attention to detail
- Quality oriented
- Patient
- Team oriented
- Responds well to constructive criticism
- Service oriented demeanor
- Mathematical competence for construction and survey computations
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