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Survey Crew Chief

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Job Description - Survey Crew Chief

Position Overview

The Survey Crew Chief will carry out a variety of survey field work including establishing horizontal/vertical control, topographic surveying, property boundary surveys and construction staking. This position will involve working as a solo crew chief as well as part of a team. Occasional CAD work (including simple survey drafting or calculations) or ancillary duties may be performed as an assist to field duties and project manager.

Qualifications

  • Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience surveying; at least 2 year in a crew chief position (preferred).
  • Competent in solo surveying work and working as part of a crew.
  • Experience with surveying equipment – GPS and robotic total stations; LiDAR and Trimble preferred but not necessary.
  • Strong communications skills. Thorough and attentive to details. Able to prioritize and multi-task. Proactive and deadline oriented.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • AutoCAD experience (preferred).
  • Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in related field is a plus. LSIT preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Efficiently operate survey equipment including total stations, levels, GPS equipment, 3D scanner and data collectors. Collection of data and review for accuracy.
  • Ability to work as a one person crew following directions from Project Manager.
  • Ability to work as part of a crew and follow directions from a crew chief.
  • Ability to perform basic CAD functions.
  • Perform a variety of tasks – ALTA/boundary, control topography, and construction surveys,
  • Travel and stay overnight for work occasionally.
  • Interact with clients and understand needs.
  • Flexibility to adapt to situations and circumstances.
  • Manual dexterity and willingness to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and terrain environments.
  • Maintain accurate, legible organized records in accordance to all Operations and Work Instructions.
  • Adhere to all safety procedures and policies/procedures.
  • Read and interpret deeds and construction plan documents.
  • Self-motivated individual and display initiative.
  • Be safety driven. Maintain a good driving record.
  • Anticipate, prevent and solve problems (proactive vs. reactive) within his/her authority.
  • AutoCAD experience (preferred).
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively interact with team members and clients.
  • Self-motivated with the capacity to work independently and lead a team effectively.
  • Ability to solve problems and make quick decisions in the field.
  • Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

This position is in Midland, TX. Relocation assistance is available.

  • Health Insurance (HDHP), Vision and Dental
  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • Long Term/Short Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
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