Survey Technician CM

GAI Consultants, Inc.•Village of Colonie, NY

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Creighton Manning, a GAI Company is seeking a Survey Technician to join their team in their Albany, NY Office. Under the general guidance of a Survey Analyst or Licensed Land Surveyor, the Survey Technician adjusts and operates surveying instruments, records survey measurements and descriptive data using data collectors, notes, drawings, and sketches. This role involves visiting sites to take measurements of the land and collect data for making maps of existing conditions.

Requirements

Must have a working knowledge of surveying equipment such as total stations, scanners, and data collectors.
Must have an understanding of advanced survey technologies, including: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).
Computer skills, including CAD drafting and design.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to stand for long periods and carry heavy equipment.
Ability to work in varied climates and terrains.
Continues to acquire basic skills.
Good visual and hearing skills.
Follows procedures; good organizational skills.
Willingness to work in weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, etc.).
Works with safety in mind.
Must be flexible with work hours and willingness to travel up to 100% during the week days and occasional weekend travel and/or work.
Able to do physically demanding work; ability to lift and carry between 25 and 50 lbs. routinely; ability to walk for lengthy periods.
Wear shirt, long pants and boots as a minimum while on the job.
1+ Years of Experience
H.S. Graduate
Driver’s License required
Possess basic oral and written communication skills; interacts well with other staff, ability to function positively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Swimming skills

Responsibilities

Perform research at various locations for deeds, maps and easements.
Compile information necessary to stake projects for construction, using engineering plans.
Position and hold vertical rods, or targets in order to measure angles, distances and elevations.
Search for property corners and survey points.
Perform level runs.
Conduct surveys to ascertain the locations of natural features and human-made structures on the earth’s surface, underground and under water using electronic distance-measuring equipment and other surveying instruments.
Collect information needed to carry out surveys, using maps, previous survey data, photographs, computer records and other relevant information.
Provide assistance in the development of methods and procedures for conducting field surveys.
Perform manual labor such as cutting brush for lines, carrying stakes, rebar and other items required for surveys
Capable of learning survey nomenclature, ability to set up tri-pods, basic equipment usage, usage and care of delicate and expensive equipment.
Learn the basics of equipment calibration, must have a steady hand and allow for proper measurements required for survey technical work.
Be able to occasionally work at heights in certain environmental conditions, wade through water; ride in a boat.
Perform tasks in environments that may include but not limited to heights, moderate to difficult terrains, aquatic environments/vessels, and inclement weather.
Utilize certain motor skills (i.e. climbing, hiking, wading, etc.) and safely use hand tools.