Hydrographic Technician I - Temp

McKim & Creed, Inc.•Wilmington, NC

12h•Onsite

About The Position

A Hydrographic Technician I is responsible for planning, equipment installation, calibration, execution (data collection), data reviews, quality checks, data processing and final mapping. This role involves making many decisions concerning safety and quality, and making recommendations to clients based on their objectives. Each project will require planning, equipment installation, calibration, execution (data collection), data reviews, quality checks, data processing and final mapping.

Requirements

0-2 years of experience in hydrographic surveys and processing hydrographic survey data.
Must have a high school diploma or GED and technical school training in hydrography.
Must be self-motivated, responsible, and reliable.
Must be able to make objective and rational decisions.
Good documentation skills as well as a strong work ethic.
Must have boat experience, trailering, launching, recovery, knowledge of tides and currents.
Must be very computer literate, being able to use specialized software and some CAD experience helpful.
A valid drivers license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.
Ability to perform field work, including travel (50 to 70%), weekends, holidays, and the physical ability to lift objects over 50lbs.

Nice To Haves

Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Motivated to learn and develop your career path.
Aligned to McKim & Creed's core values and culture.
Sound functional/technical skills in the role.
some CAD experience helpful.

Responsibilities

Responsible for making many decisions concerning safety and quality.
Make recommendations to clients based on their objectives.
Each project will require planning, equipment installation, calibration, execution (data collection), data reviews, quality checks, data processing and final mapping.