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Job Description
The survey crew chief is responsible for leading survey activities such as site measurements, boundary and topographic surveys, and construction layout, using advanced equipment, while ensuring safety and accuracy on various projects. They also mentor team members and coordinate with contractors and inspectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform survey activities such as leveling, traversing, topographic mapping, construction layout, as-built surveys, boundary surveys, and profile and cross-section surveys
- Set up, adjust, and operate Trimble survey equipment including total station, data collector, and GPS equipment
- Measure distances, angles, and elevations for staking purposes
- Review survey field calculations and make adjustments as needed
- Locate or establish vertical and horizontal control points
- Measure utility points such as curb and gutter, water sewer, storm drain, and paving using Trimble equipment
- Prepare accurate field notes and complete as-built drawings
- Maintain work-issued vehicles, laptops, and survey equipment
- Read and interpret engineering plans
- Mentor survey crew members and assist with training and professional development
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in survey, with at least 1 year at the Crew Chief level
- Ability to effectively communicate with contractors, inspectors, and team leaders
- Ability to read and interpret engineering plans
- Experience performing survey activities such as leveling, traversing, topographic mapping, construction layout, as-built surveys, boundary surveys, and profile and cross-section surveys
- Experience setting up, adjusting, and operating Trimble survey equipment including total station, data collector, and GPS equipment
- Experience measuring distances, angles, and elevations for staking purposes
- Experience reviewing survey field calculations and adjusting when needed
- Experience locating or establishing vertical and horizontal control
- Experience utilizing Trimble equipment to measure utility points including curb and gutter, water sewer, storm drain, and paving
- Experience preparing accurate field notes and completing as-built drawings
- Experience maintaining work-issued vehicles, laptops, and survey equipment
- Willingness to commute to and from sites daily in a company-provided truck
- Availability for overnight travel roughly 4-5 nights per month (not guaranteed, but may be required)
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to work independently or with a survey crew
- Physical ability to perform survey activities which may include walking, standing, and working outdoors in various weather conditions
- Commitment to following safety protocols
- Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (implied, as technical experience is specified)
- Preferred experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D to verify calculations
- Willingness to attend paid training and development events
- Ability to serve as a subject matter expert and mentor to survey crew members, including assisting with new hire training, career planning, and professional development
Benefits & Perks
Compensation packages including annual bonuses, spot bonuses, and peer recognition awards
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible work schedules for some positions
Travel vouchers based on travel preferences
401K match up to 4% of compensation
Tuition Assistance
Student Loan Repayment up to $25,000
Paid Licensing Certification Fees and Renewals
Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
Employee Referrals up to $5,000
Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500
Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.
Dependent Care Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Pet Insurance
Health Savings Account and Flex Spending Account options
Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
Member Assistance Program (MAP) with counseling, legal, financial, and work-life services
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