Field Apprentice

Field Apprentice Mark Thomas & Co. - 3.2 Sacramento, CA Job Details Full-time 5 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee stock ownership plan Flexible schedule Bereavement leave Life insurance Referral program Pet insurance Qualifications Safe work practices Surveying equipment operation Outdoor work Driver's License Driving Construction staking Entry level

Full Job Description Job Description:

Mark Thomas is hiring an Apprentice to join our growing Survey team! The Apprentice reports to a licensed surveyor and works directly with a Party Chief to perform various field surveying tasks and travel throughout our regional job sites. The ideal candidate is interested in land surveying, a team player who is willing to learn, and an early riser open to opportunities for overtime.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Learns how to properly use field surveying tools and perform field activities correctly and safely Assists the Party Chief various field tasks; learns to perform tasks independently as directed Holds level rod or distance meter reflector at designated points to assist in determining elevation allocations Marks measuring points with keel, paint, sticks, scratches, tacks, stakes, etc. Measures distance between survey points, using Surveyors' tapes or electronic distance measuring equipment Places stakes at designated points and drives them into ground Cuts and clears brush and trees from line of survey using various tools as directed Helps to obtain data pertaining to angles, elevations, control points, and contours

QUALIFICATIONS

A current member of the Operating Engineers Union OE 3, or willing to become a member Actively enrolled in a Survey Apprenticeship program, or meets the eligibility requirements for enrollment for the apprenticeship program Must have a valid CA Driver's License; ability to operate the survey vehicle and meet Company driver eligibility requirements Ability to work as a part of a team and take direction from more experienced field staff Ability to work outdoors and travel as needed to project sites Understanding of field safety practices in various environments

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include: Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events Budgeted time for training and career development Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The successful candidate selected for hire will need to submit to a background check due to client relationship responsibilities and interactions required for this position following the extension of a conditional offer. Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.