Job Description
We are currently looking for an experienced Instrument Operator or Party Chief to lead a surveying crew on projects throughout the S.E. region. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a survey crew or aiding a survey crew chief. The major objectives of this position are to ensure quality, accuracy, thoroughness, clarity, safety, meeting schedules, staying within budgets, and providing responsive service to clients.
ResponsibilitiesLocate, review, and research job locations for identifying landmarks, physical objects, and significant land changes that would affect the survey.Supervise the work of the survey crew, evaluate priorities, and coordinate and organize the work efforts.Supervise the standard of work being performed and derive the necessary field calculations from work completed.Supervise the maintenance of instruments and equipment.Ensure that angles, distances, and other collected information are accurate and conform to regulations and standards.Coordinate findings of the work with engineering personnel, clients, and others concerned with projects.Research previous survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, and other records to obtain data needed for surveys.Determine methods and procedures for establishing or reestablishing survey control.Keep accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe work performed.Complete daily logs and expense reports.Complete company and/or client safety forms and ensure all crew members are following safety procedures.Consult with computer operators and review the final production of work performed.Essential SkillsFamiliarity with commonly used surveying terms and with the use and care of survey tools and other survey field equipment used for measuring, sighting, and leveling.Proficiency in the operation of survey equipment such as the Total Station/Data Collector, Level, and various Global Positioning System (GPS) methods.5-6 years of progressive experience in survey field operations with no less than 2 years as a survey crew chief.Good technical skills; behavioral traits of being process-oriented, steady, helpful, analytical, and problem-solving.Additional Skills & QualificationsAbility to survey independently, conduct boundary surveys, and perform topographic surveys.Work Environment
This individual will be working out of the Charleston office. The majority of the time is spent outdoors in the elements conducting surveys. There is about 50% travel involved with this position, and the expectation is that you are willing and able to travel when necessary.
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