Junior Land Surveyor

Kent•Deer Park, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Kent is seeking a Junior Surveyor to join its team in Deer Park, Texas, supporting Baytown operations and regional project sites. The role performs field survey work as part of a survey crew, assisting the Instrument Man with field measurements, instruments, equipment maintenance, and site and vehicle cleanup. The Junior Surveyor receives technical direction from the Survey Party Chief and, when directed by the Survey Party Chief, the Instrument Man. The position’s supervisor is the Survey Coordinator, who reports to the C/S Department Manager. The role involves preparing for fieldwork, following safety procedures, supporting survey data collection and equipment checks, and assisting with surveys using engineering instruments. Field activities include measuring and collecting data for cross-section, profile, location, topographic, and construction layout surveys; establishing lines, points, and angles; locating survey monuments; marking survey points; and keeping field notes. The position also includes cleaning and organizing equipment, replenishing supplies, and maintaining the work vehicle. The role is based in Deer Park, TX, with travel to project sites as required by project or client needs.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or higher education.
0–3 years of experience.
Base knowledge of surveying.
Ability to complete required basic and site-specific safety training.
TWIC required.
Excellent English oral and written communication skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Basic knowledge of engineering concepts and ability to apply knowledge to complex problems.
Computer skills and ability to use software programs.
Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and practices.
Ability to develop effective planning, project, and organizational skills.
Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
Ability to walk on steep slopes and rough or uneven ground; stoop, bend, reach, and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 40 pounds; ascend and descend multiple flights of stairs; and climb in areas requiring fall protection.
Observe the health, safety, sustainability, environment, and quality rules of the Company, its clients, and the governing authorities of the host country.

Nice To Haves

Education beyond high school.

Responsibilities

Participate in daily toolbox meetings.
Provide the Survey Party Chief with information needed to maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
Inspect tools daily before use; tag and report equipment that is unsuitable for use or needs repair, and remove it from the work vehicle.
Assist the Instrument Man with testing survey instruments and auto-levels after maintenance or calibration.
Follow site safety standards, work practices, and guidelines, and communicate safety issues to the Survey Party Chief.
Obtain an ExxonMobil Work Permit or approval to begin field survey work when requested by the Survey Party Chief.
Communicate data collection issues to the Survey Party Chief and adhere to the GL-10-07-0 Error Reduction Process.
Walk down the job with the Survey Crew and Survey Requestor.
Assist the Instrument Man in operating survey-engineering instruments to measure distances and collect data for cross-section, profile, location, topographic, and construction layout surveys.
Assist in establishing lines, critical points, and angles; search for and locate survey monuments and points using a shovel and other hand tools.
Set, clean, and paint points used for survey purposes.
Maintain field notes recording backsight and foresight heights for each setup.
Clean the work site and organize materials and equipment after fieldwork.
Restock vehicle supplies, remove trash, arrange vehicle washing and vacuuming, and refuel vehicles as needed without interfering with fieldwork.
Sort, file, shelve, and handle documents, books, files, file drawers, and related materials and equipment for clerical operations.
Work cooperatively to improve operations, reduce turnaround times, streamline processes, and provide quality customer service.
Perform other reasonable, role-related tasks as assigned by a supervisor or management.