Survey Crew Chief

PEA Group; Brighton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled survey technician to join their team. In this full-time role, you will perform various field surveys, operate advanced survey instruments, and ensure the accuracy of measurements for engineering and construction projects. The position requires a strong background in math and surveying principles, along with effective communication skills. You will work outdoors in diverse environments and may need to travel to job sites across the Southeast Michigan Area and beyond. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for precision and teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience operating survey instruments and performing computations.
• High school education with a background in math, geometry, and trigonometry.

Responsibilities

• Perform various types of surveys including boundary and topographic mapping.
• Accurately run and adjust survey instruments and collect data.

Skills

Field Surveying

Mathematical Calculations

Communication Skills

Error Identification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

GPS

Robotic Total Stations

Electronic Measuring Devices

Job description

Overview

Makes precise measurements to determine property boundaries. Provides data relevant to the shape and contour of the Earth’s surface for engineering and construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Performs field work related to performing all types of surveys, including boundary surveys, construction layout, topographic mapping, planimetric mapping, corridor surveys and high accuracy control networks.
• Accurately runs and adjusts survey instruments including GPS, robotic total stations, level and other electronic measuring devices with electronic data collecting capabilities.
• Performs mathematical calculations. Reads and understands survey map data and construction plans.
• Takes accurate and legible survey notes and performs simple note reduction and checking.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Licenses and Certifications

• A high school education or equivalent is required, including a background in math, geometry and trigonometry.

Knowledge and Experience

• 5 years of experience operating survey instruments and collecting information in the field and performing field computations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of principles of survey measurement, staking and marking.
• Knowledge of math, geometry and
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Competencies and Personal Attributes

• Must possess effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify sources of measurement errors.
• Must be able and willing to travel and work in other cities, including both urban and remote areas.
• Attendance, punctuality and reliability are essential requirements.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.
• Capable of operating as a one or two-man crew.
• Strong work ethic and team-player attitude.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Fieldwork involves working outdoors in all types of weather, walking long distances, and standing for extended periods while measurements are taken. While performing these duties, an employee is frequently required to sit; talk; hear; stand; walk; use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.

Availability

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., overtime and weekends as required.

Travel

As a part of performing this position’s duties, travel will be required to respective job sites in the Southeast Michigan Area and throughout the United States.