Instrument Person - UMIAQ Design

UIC Alaska • Atqasuk, AK

11d • Onsite

About The Position

UMIAQ Design is seeking a survey Instrument Person to support survey projects at Alpine on the North-Slope of Alaska. As an Instrument Person, you will work on a two to three-person team to assist in 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. The UMIAQ Design survey team is actively working on many exciting long-term design projects. The survey AutoCAD will work on a rotation of two weeks on and two weeks off with a small team of professionals in a collaborative office setting located in Alpine, Alaska.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering technology, or a related field; or three years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Familiarity with variety GPS, traditional, and leveling surveying equipment
• Ability to perform accurate measurements and calculations.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigate rough or uneven terrain.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues in the field to ensure accurate data collection.
• Must be able to travel to remote project locations using various modes of transportation, including aircraft, boats, snow machines, four-wheelers, and other off-road vehicles.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to walk and work on unimproved terrain and active construction sites, often in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree