A Surveying or Mapping Technician works with surveyors and cartographers to gather data and create maps. Visits sites and records survey measurements and descriptive data. Selects data needed to create maps, including photos, aerial photos and satellite information, and helps produce and update maps that show boundaries or topographical information.
Job Title Sr. Survey Technician Location Statesboro - Statesboro, GA 30458 US (Primary) Education High School Category Surveying Job Type Full-time Travel Some Travel Required Job Description The
SENIOR SURVEY TECHNICIAN
position works under the general supervision of a registered land surveyor and utilizes the principles and practices of surveying while performing preliminary, construction, boundary, and topographic surveys, as well as gather, analyze and monitor, simple to moderately complex surveying-related data. May serve as lead worker to less experienced survey staff. Research, process, review and/or preparation of a variety of survey related maps, documents, records, reports and correspondence. Operates computer-aided design, modeling and/or other application programs. Collects, compiles and/or analyzes data and field samples. Assists in the preparation of program and project schedules. Reviews drawings for conformance with established standards. Reads and interprets plans and specifications. Able to complete work assignments independently; supervisor advises techniques and procedures for unusual or difficult problems or non-routine work. Provides effective day-to-day supervision and training of assigned survey crew staff and assists in training entry-level staff May, from time to time, act as a Party Chief. Operates and maintains a variety of survey equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Determines equipment, materials and personnel needed for specific jobs. Identifies and implements priorities, effective courses of action to complete work assignments by established deadlines. Maintains files of maps, documents, and other records. Makes legible survey notes and drawings. Efficiently operates survey instruments, including GPS, robotics, electronic total stations and data collectors. Enters survey data in an organized and coherent manner into a data collector Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures. Job Requirements
EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or GED required; Certificate of completion from an accredited Civil Engineering Technology or other related technical program preferred. Knowledge of surveying principles and practices; construction practices; computer-aided design and other general surveying computer software applications, including spreadsheets and word processing. Minimum of 5 years equivalent combination of education and experience required Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers Valid driver's license required - Must be insurable by fleet insurer; driving history will be reviewed by agent and underwriter Must be able to pass a background check as required by military, industrial, port, and other client sites. Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Regularly spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers. Regularly work on repetitive tasks. Regularly use hands and fingers to handle, control, or feel objects. Regularly hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm. Regularly use headphones and earpiece. Regularly see details of objects that are less than a few feet away. Must be able to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly. Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the phone. Must be able to withstand regular exposure to outdoor worksite weather conditions that may be wet and/or humid environments, with extreme cold and/or heat; sites may be moderate to moderately loud Must be able to perform tasks that require long-term standing and/or repetitive motions May be required to drive long distances daily May be required to travel overnight
