Field Technician, Survey

Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career? At CobbFendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer a(n):
New Hire Program // We understand changing jobs can be intimidating, CobbFendley has established a program geared specifically to the successful onboarding and integration of new hires into the firm
Development Opportunities // Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
Compensation + Benefits // Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs
Paid Parental Leave // FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases
Winter Holiday // Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
Community Engagement // CobbFendley Cares focuses on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions
CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Survey Field Technician in our Frisco office.

Requirements

• Basic understanding and minimal practical experience; requires guidance and supervision. No experience is required.
• Knowledge of field operations, methods, procedures, safety requirements, and environmental considerations associated with civil infrastructure work in outdoor settings.
• Skills include use of industry-standard tools, equipment, and computer software to perform field tasks, document work, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to safely operate required equipment, travel locally, regionally, and interstate, with occasional overnight stays, and perform work in varying weather, terrain, and environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned tasks with supervision and follow established procedures.
• Develop foundational technical and field skills.
• Responsible for safely operating equipment.
• Travel locally and out of state, including overnights.
• May operate a variety of vehicles, including large vehicles with or without attached trailers, as needed to support specific operational tasks, and perform routine maintenance to ensure safe and efficient use.
• May cross train to perform other field services (Telecommunications, Survey, SUE).
• Learn and comply with all basic safety procedures: Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Emergency Action Plans (EAP), and Project Safety Plans (PSP) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) procedures.
• Observe and follow QA/QC processes under supervision.
• Identifying and evaluating potential hazards in the work environment.
• Properly selecting and using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Develop general understanding of Traffic Control Plans (TCP).
• Begin familiarization with Federal, State, and local codes, regulations, and standards governing projects in their respective field.
• Assist Survey Party Chief in the collection of survey data or staking out construction points based on elevations of the job site.
• Construction Staking, including but not limited to hammering iron rods, wood lathes, & hubs.
• Boundary & Topographical surveying duties under the supervision of a Party Chief to include but not limited to clearing brush and digging holes.
• Positioning prism pole over desired point, setting up backsights.
• Daily inventory to restock supplies as needed for projects.
• Opening manholes in accordance with safety procedures.
• Utilities operating in and around, hand holes/hole boxes, vaults.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuing Education Programs
• FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases
• Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees