Survey Instrument Operator

Timmons Group • Ellicott City, MD

19d

About The Position

Timmons Group is always accepting applications for a Survey Instrument Operator to join our Survey group for future opportunities. While we may not have an immediate opening, we will keep your resume and information for future opportunities. The Survey Instrument Operator assists Land Surveyors and Party Chiefs in application of principles, methods, and techniques of civil engineering and land surveying by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to: Participate in Field Crew operations to provide field data for boundary surveys, topographical and construction stakeout surveys Learn to operate total station, level, GPS and data collectors for use in the collection field of survey data Under the guidance of a Party Chief, works on construction stakeout projects (curb and gutter, drop inlets, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, waterline, structures, etc.) Learns daily maintenance and up-keep of instruments Provides clear and concise field notes including sketches Must be able to work in a team environment, and also be willing to work in all types of weather

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• Must be able to carry up to 50 lb. of equipment over all types of terrain.
• All-weather year-round outdoor work environment, with seasonal extreme heat index and wind-chill factors
• Other physical attributes of the job, such as hiking, climbing, vegetation management (chopping, cutting, hammering, sawing, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• Ideal candidates will have six (6) months of survey experience (and/or the equivalent of additional training or courses in the field of surveying)
• Ideal candidates will possess a thorough understanding of standard survey procedures and instruments
• We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace.
• Candidates must share a commitment to our company’s Vision, Mission and Shared Values.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Field Crew operations to provide field data for boundary surveys, topographical and construction stakeout surveys
• Learn to operate total station, level, GPS and data collectors for use in the collection field of survey data
• Under the guidance of a Party Chief, works on construction stakeout projects (curb and gutter, drop inlets, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, waterline, structures, etc.)
• Learns daily maintenance and up-keep of instruments
• Provides clear and concise field notes including sketches
• Must be able to work in a team environment, and also be willing to work in all types of weather

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees