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About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Applicable OSHA certifications.
• At least 4 years of experience in land surveying or a related field.
• Ability to perform survey-related mathematical calculations involving proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume, slope, elevations, and coordinates.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, plans, and construction drawings.
• Proficiency with computers, including data transfer, data-processing software, and basic CAD/GIS applications.
• Average verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.
• Mental and physical ability to perform all essential duties of the position.
• Ability to travel frequently and extensively, including overnight and out-of-town travel.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Good physical condition and ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record check; must maintain a satisfactory driving record as required by the company's insurance provider.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screening; periodic drug testing may be required under company policy.
• Must already possess work authorization in the country where the job is located; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Ability to stand for extended periods; frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, bend, climb, and/or balance; and frequently lift or move 40 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Follow instructions from the Survey Crew Chief and adhere to established survey procedures and safety guidelines.
• Read and interpret maps, plans, and construction drawings.
• Support field assignments such as field calculations, boundary monument recovery, brush clearing, topographic surveying, utility inventories, geodetic control, and photo/lidar control.
• Operate and maintain total stations, GNSS equipment, levels, data collectors, and other survey instruments.
• Lead the setup and breakdown of survey equipment at job sites.
• Collect and verify accurate field data for various types of surveys.
• Record precise field notes, sketches, reports, and data in electronic data collectors.
• Download electronic data, log downloads, assist with data transfers to office computers, and perform preliminary data processing.
• Monitor equipment condition, report repair needs, and troubleshoot technical issues involving instruments and data collection.
• Transport, load, unload, clean, maintain, and store survey equipment and tools.
• Assist the Survey Crew Chief with team coordination and train and mentor junior survey staff.
• Communicate with team members, clients, and other stakeholders to support timely and accurate project completion.
• Travel frequently and extensively, including overnight and out-of-town travel, and work overtime as required.

Benefits

• Freedom to Work program, allowing employees to set their schedule and location as appropriate.
• Opportunity to become an owner of the firm through the Principal program.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation.
• Career development and learning opportunities.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid sick time.
• Retirement plan.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.
• Identity protection.
• Technology stipend.
• Employee assistance program.
• Competitive pay.