Field Instrument Survey Lead - Hands-on Growth

Hunter Engineering Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Engineering Inc. in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Junior/Instrument Survey Crew Chief to lead field survey operations and mentor crew members.

You will operate robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS, and data collectors to perform boundary, topographic, ALTA, and staking surveys while collecting accurate data and maintaining field notes. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of field surveying experience, knowledge of boundary law, and proficiency with surveying instruments; a HS diploma and an associate

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree is preferred.
• 2–4 years of field surveying experience.
• Knowledge of surveying principles, methods, and boundary law.
• Proficiency with total stations, GPS/GNSS, and data collectors.
• Ability to read construction plans and survey plats.
• Valid driver''s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Physical ability to carry equipment and work on uneven terrain.

Responsibilities

• Lead 2-3 person survey crews in the field.
• Operate robotic total stations and GPS/GNSS receivers.
• Perform boundary, topographic, construction staking, and ALTA surveys.
• Collect elevation and terrain data for topographic maps.
• Set control points and establish project benchmarks.
• Stake out property boundaries and construction layouts.
• Collect accurate field data and maintain detailed field notes.
• Ensure crew safety and adherence to company protocols.
• Communicate daily with project managers and office staff.
• Maintain and care for surveying equipment.
• Train and mentor instrument persons and rod persons.

Skills

Field surveying

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Mathematical problem solving

Education

Associate's degree in Surveying or Civil Engineering Technology

High school diploma

Tools

Trimble

Leica

Total stations

GPS/GNSS receivers

Data collectors

Job description

Hunter Engineering Inc. in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Junior/Instrument Survey Crew Chief to lead field survey operations and mentor crew members.

You will operate robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS, and data collectors to perform boundary, topographic, ALTA, and staking surveys while collecting accurate data and maintaining field notes. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of field surveying experience, knowledge of boundary law, and proficiency with surveying instruments; a HS diploma and an associate