Instrument Operator - Land Surveying

Overview

This position is a member of a three person crew that assists in the completion of land surveying projects as directed by the Survey Department Manager and Party Chief.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload surveying supplies and equipment in trucks
• Inspect and test survey equipment
• Operate surveying instruments such as data collectors, Total Stations, Robotic Total Stations, levels, and GPS-RTK Receivers
• Conduct field work to ascertain the location of natural features and man-made structures on land surfaces
• Survey land surfaces to collect precise measurements and locations of lines, angles, points, areas, elevations, and land boundaries.
• Assist surveyors in obtaining and recording measurements and descriptive data relevant to land surfaces
• Conduct construction staking for layout of streets, drains, lots, and utilities
• Compile notes, sketches, and records of survey data obtained, and work performed
• Provides guidance and direction to the Rodmen
• Performs additional survey tasks as per the direction of the Party Chief

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certification
• 2-4 years experience
• Ability to operate and obtain land survey data using surveying instruments
• Ability to do minor field calculations, analyze spatial data, technical data, and designs
• Can run crew for a short time in Party Chief’s absence
• Possess working knowledge of land surveying procedures
• Ability to handle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher level staff
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees in the organization, both verbally and written
• Ability to follow direction from supervisor as well as other members of engineering staff and management team
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions and terrains on a consistent basis and for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift and carry survey equipment up to 35 lbs. on a consistent basis
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Must be dependable and reliable