Survey Rod Person
About The Position
The Survey Rod Person assists with field surveying activities and maintains survey equipment. The role receives surveying instruction from the Crew Chief and Instrument Person, helps prepare equipment and materials for daily or weekly work, and supports field survey projects by setting up backsights and foresights, clearing lines, establishing points, and taking measurements. The Survey Rod Person operates survey-grade instruments, assists in locating property corners, and may support utility projects and light office duties. The position requires following safety procedures, maintaining required personal protective equipment, and traveling to field locations, sometimes with overnight stays.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license and continued eligibility to drive under the Company Vehicle policy.
- Ability to obtain required site-entry badges and certifications, such as M.O.T., school badges, Duke Energy, CSX, or DOD credentials.
- Ability to stand or walk for long periods and walk long distances.
- Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to work in inclement weather and on slippery, loose, uneven, or sloped surfaces.
- Ability to work with others in a team setting and take instruction and constructive criticism.
- Ability to work out of town when required and work overtime.
- Ability to deal with the public while completing work tasks.
- Ability to perform physical activities including climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, squatting, crawling, and grasping.
- Ability to clear lines using power equipment or hand tools.
- Ability to work safely in hazardous or adverse conditions, including excessive noise, wastewater exposure, congested residential areas, highways and roads, trenches, and deep excavations.
- Punctuality, regular attendance, appropriate dress and appearance, integrity, ethical conduct, and alignment with the organization’s culture, goals, and values.
Responsibilities
- Receive surveying training and instruction from the Crew Chief and Instrument Person.
- Load and unload survey equipment to and from the work vehicle.
- Ensure the truck is stocked with materials needed for the day’s or week’s tasks.
- Set up backsights and foresights.
- Clear lines and establish points; tape, chain, and level for field survey projects as assigned by the Crew Chief.
- Make accurate measurements using a tape measure.
- Assist in searching for property corners.
- Use a machete as needed to cut line.
- Drive rebar, stakes, and hubs into the ground using a hammer.
- Maintain and operate survey-grade instruments.
- Set up safety equipment and flag traffic when necessary.
- Follow safety guidelines and procedures, especially around traffic and active construction sites.
- Use data collection codes and anticipate where shots need to be taken; run topography and a level rod efficiently.
- Wear required personal protective equipment, including safety boots.
- Maintain eligibility to drive under the Company Vehicle policy.
- Assist with utility projects as needed.
- Perform light office duties such as filing, making copies, and scanning, as needed.
- Carry out other duties assigned by management.
- Work cooperatively with the team, contribute to a positive team environment, and welcome feedback.
- Maintain punctuality, regular attendance, appropriate dress and appearance, and positive external relationships for the company.
- Work overtime and out of town when required by the job.
- Interact with the public while completing work tasks.
- Obtain badges and certifications necessary to enter work sites and perform work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
