What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrument Person - UMIAQ Design position at UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies?
Summary
As an Instrument Person, works on a tow to three-person team to assist collecting field data used for creating maps, plans, and construction documents. The position will work year-round in the field often using GPS, traditional, and level survey equipment.
Essential Functions
Responsibilities
Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:
Qualifications
Required Experience:
Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs
All employees must pass Non-DOT pre-employment drug screening and follow all UIC Non-DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program guidelines and requirements.
If working on a DOT project, employees must pass a DOT pre-employment drug screening and follow all DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program requirements.
Important Notice
Candidates must pass a background check in order to fill this position.
As an Instrument Person, works on a tow to three-person team to assist collecting field data used for creating maps, plans, and construction documents. The position will work year-round in the field often using GPS, traditional, and level survey equipment.
Essential Functions
- Field Equipment Operation:
- Set up, calibrate, and maintain survey equipment in the field.
- Ensure all instruments are functioning properly and adjust as needed for accurate readings.
- Use GPS systems to position survey markers and benchmarks at designated locations.
- Support for Party Chief:
- Help establish and mark reference points on the ground and assist in staking out construction or development sites.
- Work alongside the Party Chief to verify and check measurements and other critical data.
- Conduct field reconnaissance to identify survey landmarks and control points.
Responsibilities
Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:
- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with variety GPS, traditional, and leveling surveying equipment
- Attention to Detail: Ability to perform accurate measurements and calculations.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigate rough or uneven terrain.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve issues in the field to ensure accurate data collection.
Qualifications
Required Experience:
- Education: Associate's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering technology, or a related field.
Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs
All employees must pass Non-DOT pre-employment drug screening and follow all UIC Non-DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program guidelines and requirements.
If working on a DOT project, employees must pass a DOT pre-employment drug screening and follow all DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program requirements.
Important Notice
Candidates must pass a background check in order to fill this position.
