Survey Crew Chief

LHB•Duluth, MN

2d•$28 - $35

About The Position

Are you an experienced surveyor ready to take your career to the next level? Our Public Works, Structures & Survey group is looking for a Survey Crew Chief to join our team based in Duluth, Minn. In this role, you’ll be responsible for performing field surveys, leading a survey crew, and ensuring the work meets the high level of quality LHB prides itself on. If you’re passionate about precision, mentorship, and the opportunity to travel, this is the perfect opportunity for you. As Survey Crew Chief, you’ll have the opportunity to travel throughout the Midwest, allowing you to work on a wide range of exciting projects in different locations. At LHB, we offer a supportive environment where your skills will be valued. If you’re ready to make an impact in the surveying industry, we want to hear from you. Position Summary The responsibilities for this position will include but are not limited to: Utility locates & 4-way sweeps Perform field surveys and calculations for construction, boundary, and topographic surveys Ensure team’s performance in the field aligns with LHB QA/QC processes Train crew members and evaluate crew performance in the field Assist with ensuring that surveys comply with applicable laws, rules, and regulations Prepare field notes, reports, and necessary project-related correspondence Build and maintain solid client relationships with clear communication skills while interacting on job sites Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines and perform other related work as assigned When needed, work in all weather conditions, near high-volume traffic, stand or walk for long periods of time

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Two years of previous experience working as a survey tech and/or crew chief
Demonstrated knowledge of Total Station and GPS surveying equipment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Must be willing to travel 80% or more
Ability to perform moderate lifting (50 lbs.), standing, and walking for extended periods
Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of team
Strong work ethic, dependable, and motivated
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
A revoked, suspended, or canceled driver’s license within the last five (5) years or three (3) serious traffic violations within the last three (3) years may disqualify a candidate.
Upon receipt of an offer of employment, applicants must be able to successfully complete pre-employment onboarding requirements that will include a criminal/civil background check and drug screen, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying, Engineering Technology, or a related field
Previous experience with 4-way sweep process highly desired
Experience using Trimble equipment
Experience with ArcGIS and CAD software
Ability to evaluate, plan, direct, communicate, engage and oversee survey technician field work with varying degrees of complexity
OSHA 30-Hour Certification

Responsibilities

Utility locates & 4-way sweeps
Perform field surveys and calculations for construction, boundary, and topographic surveys
Ensure team’s performance in the field aligns with LHB QA/QC processes
Train crew members and evaluate crew performance in the field
Assist with ensuring that surveys comply with applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Prepare field notes, reports, and necessary project-related correspondence
Build and maintain solid client relationships with clear communication skills while interacting on job sites
Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines and perform other related work as assigned
Work in all weather conditions, near high-volume traffic, stand or walk for long periods of time