Crew Chief (Land Surveying)

Tectonic Engineering; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Crew Chief to lead surveying projects in the dynamic NY and NYC Metro areas. This exciting full-time position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects while utilizing advanced surveying equipment. Ideal candidates will have over five years of experience in surveying, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to interpret civil construction plans. Join a forward-thinking team that values expertise and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are ready to embrace new challenges and make a significant impact in the field, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of surveying experience with strong knowledge of equipment.
• Ability to review civil construction and architectural plans.

Responsibilities

• Operate survey instruments and collect data for new surveys.
• Supervise surveying parties and maintain equipment.

Skills

Surveying experience

Mathematical calculations

Detail-oriented

Understanding of civil construction plans

Ability to work overtime

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AAS in Surveying

Tools

Nikon Nivo

Trimble Robot

Total stations

GPS

Data collectors

Job description

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Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors, D.P.C. provided pay range

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Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $45.00/hr

Tectonic’s Corporate Office in Orange County, NY is actively seeking an experienced Crew Chief to join our team full-time. This role will involve working on a variety of exciting projects throughout the NY and NYC Metro areas. If you’re ready to take on new challenges and expand your expertise in a dynamic environment, we’d love for you to apply!

Essential Functions

The essential functions of this position include operating survey instruments such as total stations, data collectors, GPS, and other standard survey equipment, collecting information required to carry out new surveys using source maps, previous survey data, photographs, computer records, and other relevant information, and the compilation of information necessary to stake projects for construction using engineering plans. They will conduct surveys to determine the locations of natural features and man-made structures on the Earth's surface, underground, and underwater using electronic distance measuring equipment and other surveying instruments. Essential functions also include the direction and supervision of day to day work of subordinate members of surveying parties, laying out grids, determining horizontal and vertical controls, maintaining survey equipment and vehicles, and all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of surveying experience with a strong working knowledge of surveying equipment;
• Detail oriented, with the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations;
• Knowledge of Nikon Nivo or Trimble Robot equipment a plus;
• Ability to review/understand written civil construction and architectural plans and specifications;
• Availability to work overtime as needed, with the ability to travel for overnight assignments;
• Must possess a HS Diploma or equivalent; AAS in Surveying a plus;
• Possession of or ability to obtain OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety Certification and applicable scaffolding training certifications;
• Valid, clean driver’s license is required.

Physical Requirements

While performing the essential functions of these positions, the employee is constantly required to assume a stationary position for prolonged periods of time, and handle inspect, and/or feel documents, materials, and/or equipment relevant to the job and communicate about same. The employee will also need to process manual and computer generated reports, and will be required to communicate using the Corporate e-mail and telephone systems. The employee is frequently required to move around on the job-site, including ascending or descending the landscape, and positioning themselves appropriately to access necessary materials and equipment; they are sometimes required to do so in hazardous conditions, such as in woods, water, snow, etc. The employee must frequently lift and/or move equipment up to 25 lbs., and occasionally lift and/or move equipment up to 75 lbs. This position involves regularly operating a motor-vehicle, which may require remaining stationary for extended periods of time. In accordance with the level of visual detail required for this position, close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required for this position in order to detect non-conformities. Employees may also be required to undergo substance abuse testing in accordance with project requirements, US DOT Regulations, and/or Company policy. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of these positions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation

Tectonic’s goal is to compensate employees fairly and equitably across all positions Companywide. Our advertised pay ranges are representative of our good faith effort to provide a reasonable anticipated salary range. The offered pay may be outside of the provided salary range based upon the selected candidate’s work location, experience, education, certifications, and capabilities compared to the advertised position. The pay range and benefits package offered for this position are based upon a Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Pay Range: $44.73 / hour

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and highly encourage resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected class.

Tectonic participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Civil Engineering