Survey Instrument Operator I

Ardurra•Corpus Christi, TX

About The Position

Ardurra is looking to hire a Survey Instrument Operator to join our Survey team in Corpus Christi, TX! Ardurra is a multidisciplinary civil engineering services firm which provides broad-based solutions tailored to the specific needs of the public and private sector. We leverage the depth of our professional and technical expertise, as well as our integrated structure, to deliver practical, innovative solutions for our clients. We have been creating opportunities for our employees to develop both personally and professionally. As a result, our team has contributed to some of the nation’s most important infrastructure projects. These are projects that can positively impact people’s lives. Primary Function: The Survey Instrument Operator I will be trained to operate various types of Survey equipment, including electronic total stations, GPS base stations and receivers, data collectors (survey controllers), digital levels, and automatic levels. Instrument Operators are responsible for keeping the survey truck and equipment clean, organized, and batteries charged and ready for each daily work assignment. As part of the field survey crew/team, Instrument Operators work under supervision to assist the Survey Crew Chief on a day-to-day basis to do Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, Construction Layout, Utility Surveys, and other types of surveying as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of basic math (addition/subtraction, multiplication, and division)
General understanding of basic field crew operations
Ability to work and carry heavy objects in extreme weather conditions and harsh terrain
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be team-oriented and self-motivated
Capable of working with others and following instructions completely and accurately
Problem Solving & Innovation
Results Oriented
Functional use of Microsoft Word and Excel
Must have valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Arrive at work at assigned time, properly dressed, and prepared to work
Assist Survey Party Chief in researching and gathering of information
Clear brush and trees using a machete and brush axe
Assist in setting up appropriate safety signs and cones as directed
Properly wear appropriate safety equipment and clothing
Assist with location of boundary markers using magnetic location equipment
As directed, upload point files and hand-enter coordinates in the data collector
Learn to set up electronic equipment and use data collector for the location of objects and lines
Learn to use prescribed point and line coding and correctly save collected points
Learn to export files from data collector for download into project files at the office
Ensure the truck is fully equipped, organized and batteries charged daily
Represent the company in a professional, polite, and respectful manner
Learn proper field procedures for conducting various types of surveys
Learn to identify toxic plants, dangerous animals, and insects
Learn basic first aid
Obtain OSHA 10-hour safety certification course (company provided)