Survey Crew Chief

LaBella Associates•Chattanooga, TN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

LaBella is seeking a qualified Survey Crew Chief for their Chattanooga, TN office. This full-time position involves performing various survey assignments including topographic and boundary surveying, ALTA/ASCM land title surveys, construction staking, terrestrial LiDAR, and UAV/drone surveys. The role supports land surveying, civil engineering, architectural, and environmental projects, working under the direction of Licensed Professional Surveyors. The position offers the opportunity for involvement in diverse surveying assignments and provides a professional path towards earning a Professional Surveying License.

Requirements

Minimum five years’ experience as a Survey Crew Chief.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communications skills.
Competent operating total stations, GPS and Data Collectors.
Ability to interpret design and construction plans.
Self-motivated, self-starter with the ability to work in a team environment and independently.
Maintain a current driver’s license in good standing and able to operate company owned vehicles.
Willingness to work overtime as needed.
Ability to travel for up to a week at a time and work in all types of weather conditions.
Drive a passenger vehicle.
Wear personal protective safety gear most of the day.
Work in cold or hot environments.
Ability to physically carry 30 to 60 pounds of equipment multiple times a day, occasionally lifting up to 75 pounds.
Move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
Willingness to work outdoors and in adverse weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Ability to become a licensed Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) and obtain future licensure as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) a plus.
Proficiency with the Trimble and Carlson family of surveying equipment is a plus.
Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Carlson and Inroads software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Communicate with the project team and client to understand the goals, challenges, schedule, budget, and expectations of a project.
Proficiently document each task performed, maintaining accurate records of project progress.
Follow prescribed safety practices for Land Surveying.
Build client relationships.
Operate advanced survey technology including GPS, Robotic Total Stations, digital and differential levels, UAV, high-definition scanners and data collections devices.
Lead field team to achieve client & project objectives.
Prepare daily reports, time sheets and other required paperwork while maintaining a high level of organization and consideration to detail.
Maintain land surveying equipment and vehicle, ensuring they are in good working condition.
Supervises, mentors and coaches jr. field staff.