Hydrographic Surveyor 1

Garmin International•Lenexa, KS

About The Position

We are seeking a full-time Hydrographic Surveyor 1. In this role, you will be responsible for being part of a two-person operation, with primary duties as either an analyst (field acquisition, processing, and cleaning of multibeam hydrographic survey data) or as a boat captain (tow, launch, operate, dock, and recover a vessel). In addition, you will participate and execute Quality Assurance processes on data collected to assure the standards of Garmin products and will travel up to 50% (inland U.S and coastal), typically in two-week rotations in this entry-level position.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Cartography, Geography, Hydrography, Oceanography, or related field OR a minimum of 4 years of experience either performing bathymetric surveys using multibeam systems and RTK positioning equipment or as a boat captain or a role substantially like the essential functions of this job description
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Must meet (DOT) regulations to successfully operate Garmin vehicles safely, must have knowledge of all City, Federal and State traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in motor vehicle operation
Must pass pre-employment drug screen and physical for DOT regulated position
Swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditions
Must possess the ability to frequently bend, twist and lift up to 55 pounds while using safe lifting techniques and occasionally push and pull up to 100 pounds
Must possess the ability to maintain flexibility to travel up to 50% of the time, typically in two-week rotations
Must be detail-oriented and can work proactively and effectively with direct supervision
Proficient computer skills - familiarity with PC applications and Windows Operating System (OS)
Good interpersonal and technical communication skills
Able to work in a collaborative team environment to achieve goals
Must possess basic working knowledge and understanding of hydrography or bathymetric survey principles relevant to Garmin business needs
Basic ability to operate equipment in the field for surveying and software in the office for post-processing, hosting, and cleaning
Experience in the operation and maintenance of generators, engines, marine electronics
Experience in vessel operations including towing, launching, operating, navigating, and recovery

Nice To Haves

Possess in-land and coastal boating experience
Possess a fundamental understanding of Garmin's Survey process
Possess USGS Captain's License (OUPV/6-Pack), Merchant Marine Master or Uninspected Passenger Vessel Operator license
Experience in maintenance and operation of small boats and trailering operations
Ability to read and understand tide, current and weather conditions and effect on navigation and safety
Experience with Kongsberg multibeam systems
Experience using Qinsy acquisition software
Experience using Qimera data processing software
Experience using Beamworx Autoclean data processing software
Proficient computer skills in GIS software

Responsibilities

Identify, troubleshoot and communicate issues to leadership or peers in a timely manner while in the field and office: mechanical, electronic, software, weather, etc.
Organize and document data for seamless transition to final production
Ensure expense reports and other requested information are correctly submitted and in a timely manner
Learn, understand, and apply established processes to daily tasks
Maintain and adhere to Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines in the field and office, including the E-Log duty status system
Perform routine inspections and maintenance of hydrographic survey equipment including calibration and operation of tools
Learn basic troubleshooting through knowledge of identifying and fixing marine engine malfunctions to restore to operating condition
Cross-train in non-primary role to achieve cross-functional operations as an Analyst or Captain
Execute tasks as directed by leadership or mentor and function both as an effective team member and as an independent professional
Use hydrographic software to collect, analyze and interpret bathymetric data utilizing Garmin survey techniques
Conduct post-processing of raw bathymetric data collected on field acquisition and clean post-processed data using 3rd-party software in the timeline established by leadership
Operate bathymetric survey equipment and software
Collect Points of Interest (POI) points and photos while on the water and host/categorize them during post-processing of data
Responsible for the transport, launch, and recovery of vessel on bodies of water across the US
Operate and navigate vessel
Perform basic maintenance to systems, vessels, engines and generators using Garmin Survey Team guidelines