Survey Party Chief

Job Description James River Surveying is growing! We are seeking a qualified and motivated Survey Crew Chief to join our team in Tappahannock, the Northern Neck, and the surrouding areas. In this role, you will perform fieldwork for multiple types of surveys, including boundary, topographic, mortgage, and ALTA. You will report directly to the Senior Manager of Land Surveys. Job Responsibilities You will work within a small team that closely coordinates and distributes survey work for the week. Once work is assigned, you will work primarily as a 1 person crew to: Read plats and legal descriptions to setup property being surveyed Locate and/or set (when necessary) property corners Operate a Trimble Robotic total station and/or Trimble GPS unit to collect all field data Take clear, detailed field notes and sketches Recognize potential issues in the field and report them to the office Review field collected survey data to ensure project requirements are met, submit to office at end of each day Other tasks include: Working as a 2 person crew on larger projects (5% - 10% of the time) Communicating with the clients in the field on behalf of the company Maintaining and protecting all surveying equipment to ensure its readiness for daily use Maintaining vehicle to good working condition and professional appearance Adhering to all company policies and procedures Performing other duties or special projects as assigned

Required Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. High School Diploma and 3+ years' experience in land surveying with 2 or more years in a Party Chief role Experience running total station and data collector Able to follow detailed instructions and pay close attention to detail Willing to learn new concepts and adapt to new technologies Proficient communication skills including verbal and written, interpersonal and organizational Ability to interact professionally with other staff Ability to collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Desired Qualifications:

Trimble Robotics & Trimble Access Abilities:

Lifts at least 60 pounds for extended periods of time Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis Work outdoors in the heat as well as the cold James River Surveying offers: Monthly Vehicle Allowance 3 weeks of paid vacation per calendar year 11 paid holidays Minimal overnight travel Employee Health Benefits are Covered 100% by Employer 401k Match Annual Bonuses based on company and individual performance

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person