Role Description Are you looking for a job that allows you to travel, join a fast-growing startup and contribute to the development of an innovative technology? Vulcan Line Tools is expanding their data collection team and is now hiring a Field Operator. The Field Operator will primarily be responsible for planning and performing data collection trips. This includes route planning, driving a company vehicle (F-150 or similar), and acquiring GPS data and imagery of physical infrastructure for electric utilities and fiber internet companies. This is a full-time position requiring 50-90% travel. Must be located in or able to relocate to Birmingham, AL. The Field Operator will work on a rotating schedule, with time off between trips. No college degree required Hands-on training included What You Will Do You will work directly with experienced fielders and operations managers who will train you on how to use a 360° camera, manage a GPS receiver, perform tasks in GIS software, and manage field data upload workflows. Once trained, you will undertake two types of collection trips: vehicle and manual. During vehicle collections, you will work in a team of two, driving a car that is mounted with a 360° camera and/or navigating for the driver and operating the camera. On manual collection trips, you will work on a team of one to two, collecting imagery and GPS data on foot using a camera and a receiver held by hand. Collection trips can take a couple days or they can require multiple trips across a span of weeks. Your efforts will directly contribute to Vulcan Line Tools' effort to build digital maps and GIS databases for their customers. Qualifications Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced role Currently attain a valid US driver's license Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication and teamwork skills Technical experience in Windows and operating digital technology is a plus Physical Requirements Must have the ability to lift, push, pull and carry 50lbs or more. Must be comfortable sitting, standing and walking for long periods of time. Must be comfortable squatting, and bending.
Pay:
From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Health insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): Are you comfortable spending 50%+ time traveling? Ability to
Commute:
Birmingham, AL 35203 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Birmingham, AL 35203: Relocate before starting work (Required)