What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Survey Technician position at Quantum Spatial INC?
Description
The responsibilities for the field surveyor encompass many aspects of LiDAR and remote sensing data acquisition, ground control and check points for LiDAR and remote sensing data acquisition, with possible assignments doing ground control and attribution work at airports. This position requires extensive travel by automobile and possibly aircraft when working with sensors, with field rotations lasting sixteen consecutive days, followed by 12 days off-duty throughout the year.
Responsibilities
- Ensure safe and secure use of company equipment and instrumentation
- Set up GPS base stations and collect ground data points in study areas
- Set up GPS rover and connect to RTN / VRS and collect ground data points in study areas
- Set up Total Station / Robotic Instrument to collect ground data points in study areas
- Troubleshoot instrumentation
- Perform considerate and efficient intra-team assignments
- Complete necessary field logs and data transfer duties
- Comply with company travel and reimbursement policies
- Adhere to a strict work schedule
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to be successful working independently and in a team setting
- Self-motivated
- Excellent decision making and problem solving abilities
- Good communication skills
- Understanding of geospatial concepts and GPS survey methods
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or high school diploma with commensurate experience
- A valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Experience with databases and spreadsheets
- Experience with GNSS survey practices and instrumentation
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with producing typical Land Surveying industry related drawings in a CAD platform.
- Familiarity with Trimble Business Center and Trimble data collectors
- Understanding of Reference Systems and Datums
- Excellent attention to detail
- Certification as a Land Surveyor in Training or the desire to pursue licensure as a career goal
- Two or more years of relevant field experience
- CPR and basic First Aid certifications
Resumes will be accepted until all positions are filled. Immediate submissions are welcome and will be reviewed promptly.
All job offers with Quantum Spatial are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screening.
How to Apply
We realize the unacceptable lack of diversity in our industry and we refuse to ignore it. We proactively address this with our office culture and hiring practices. If you are not sure whether or not you’d be a fit, we say go ahead and apply!
Please upload a letter of interest, and resume with professional references in one (1) PDF via online application process.
No phone calls or emails, please. Incomplete applications and auto-reply submissions will not be considered.
Quantum Spatial is a proud and committed Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.