Instrument Operator - Surveying

WSP • Valhalla, NY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for an Instrument Operator- Surveying for our Valhalla, NY office. Be involved in our Geospatial Survey team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Your Impact Candidate can expect to be a supporting role for work on a wide variety of projects including transportation, environmental, water/wastewater, commercial, residential, solid waste, and energy from rural areas to urban areas. Utilize survey instruments to perform field surveys. Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, studies and surveys, and construction. Complete training on assigned tasks. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 0-2+ years of experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Must possess a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work outside in all climates.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Nice To Haves

• Degree from a survey program
• 1-2 years of survey experience

Responsibilities

• Utilize survey instruments to perform field surveys.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
• retirement savings
• paid sick leave
• paid vacation (or other personal time)
• paid parental leave
• paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED