We are looking for a hard-working and experienced candidate who has some experience as a survey party chief. This person will be aiding and working alongside the survey party crew chief on numerous projects in South Carolina. Projects vary: DOT, Commercial, Federal, Government, Industrial, Power Companies, Warehouses, etc.
- Locate, 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 make sure all crew members are following safety procedures.
- Consult with computer operators and review the final production of work performed.
- Familiarity 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 required.
- Familiarity with and proficiency in the operation of survey equipment such as the Total Station/Data Collector, Level, and various Global Positioning System (GPS) methods.
Hard SkillsExperience with Surveying: Construction Staking, Boundary, ALTA surveysData Collection/Total StationAbility to survey independentlyFamiliarity with survey tools and equipmentProficiency in the operation of survey equipment such as Total Station/Data Collector, Level, and GPS methodsWork Environment
Some overnight travel may be required. Requires a lot of walking outside year-round through all kinds of terrain and in extreme heat and cold. Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 5 PM. Overtime is earned depending on the project load. On average, surveyors work 50-60 hours a week. Will report to the Charleston office daily to meet with the surveying team to be allocated to the project and team. There is about 50% travel involved with this role, and the technician must be willing to travel if necessary. Able to take company truck home.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
� Medical, dental & vision
� Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
� 401(k) Retirement Plan � Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
� Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
� Short and long-term disability
� Health Spending Account (HSA)
� Transportation benefits
� Employee Assistance Program
� Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Charleston,SC.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 6, 2025.
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