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DiGeronimo Companies

Traveling Surveyor (Independence Excavating)

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A Surveyor measures the surface of the Earth and collects data used to make maps, set boundaries, and determine the shape and contour of sections of land. Uses global positioning system (GPS) and global information system (GIS) technology to make measurements. May specialize in measurements to determine airspace boundaries; may conduct marine or hydrographic surveys to measure bodies of water and determine shorelines and water flow and depth.

$78,496 / year median in Illinois

+9% projected growth

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Traveling Land Surveyor Independence Excavating is looking to hire a full time Land Surveyor that will be responsible for preparing and reviewing data for field crews. The Surveyor will be preparing and approving cut sheets and as-builts on construction projects. Who is IX? From breaking ground to the finished project, our team has been laying the groundwork for excellence on heavy civil construction and demolition projects for over 70 years. We combine innovations of industry with decades of successfully completed projects, proving we are a value-added partner from the ground up! Over six decades, Independence Excavating has established a team of construction professionals that sets us apart from other contractors. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.indexc.com/ What do we believe in?
PEOPLE:
Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets.
PERFORMANCE
Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners.
COMMUNITY
Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it.
A typical day looks like:
Producing and verifying cut sheets Overseeing and coordinating the initial layout at the job site and provides continuous monitoring of the same Providing work control lines and elevations that are required for accurate measurement and correct installation of material by crafts, i.e., Providing checking of as-built conditions that require the use of surveying techniques Providing topographic and cross-section surveys as required for planning and payment quantities Supervising Surveying Technician and Surveying Trainee personnel Regularly making important decisions on interpreting drawings and specifications and applying them to the physical layout at the job site. Do you have what it takes? Minimum HS Diploma. Additional training and/or related certificate preferred Minimum five years of previous related experience Comfort level with Trimble GPS equipment, Trimble machine control, Trimble total station setup, ect. Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D Ability to build surfaces for GPS equipment Utilize and have a thorough understanding of surveying practices and equipment use Must have good math skills Must be able to verbally communicate instructions and plans well with all internal and external contacts Must be able to effectively communicate rationale behind decisions made Work must be performed carefully and with great accuracy Must have a valid driver's license This is a field and office position- willingness to work outside and in all weather conditions Local travel to job sites required Occasional overtime may be necessary during peak times Why IX? Weekly Competitive Pay!
Excellent Benefits:
Medical Dental Vision
FSA & HSA
Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance Short-term and Long-term Disability Wellness Incentive Program Paid Holidays and PTO 401(k) + Company match Paid corporate training program Tuition Reimbursement Stability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancement Family-owned and operated since 1956 Independence Excavating, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.