Instrument Operator - Land Surveying - Pape-Dawson Engineers
Plano, TX 75024
About the Job
Overview:
This position is a member of a three person crew that assists in the completion of land surveying projects as directed by the Survey Department Manager and Party Chief.
Responsibilities:- Load and unload surveying supplies and equipment in trucks
- Inspect and test survey equipment
- Operate surveying instruments such as data collectors, Total Stations, Robotic Total Stations, levels, and GPS-RTK Receivers
- Conduct field work to ascertain the location of natural features and man-made structures on land surfaces
- Survey land surfaces to collect precise measurements and locations of lines, angles, points, areas, elevations, and land boundaries.
- Assist surveyors in obtaining and recording measurements and descriptive data relevant to land surfaces
- Conduct construction staking for layout of streets, drains, lots, and utilities
- Compile notes, sketches, and records of survey data obtained, and work performed
- Provides guidance and direction to the Rodmen
- Performs additional survey tasks as per the direction of the Party Chief
- High school diploma or GED certification
- 2-4 years experience
- Ability to operate and obtain land survey data using surveying instruments
- Ability to do minor field calculations, analyze spatial data, technical data, and designs
- Can run crew for a short time in Party Chief’s absence
- Possess working knowledge of land surveying procedures
- Ability to handle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher level staff
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees in the organization, both verbally and written
- Ability to follow direction from supervisor as well as other members of engineering staff and management team
- Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions and terrains on a consistent basis and for extended periods of time
- Must be able to lift and carry survey equipment up to 35 lbs. on a consistent basis
- Ability to work effectively in a team
- Must be dependable and reliable
All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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