Field Operations Lead – UAS & Survey Teams

United Utility; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional utility company in New Orleans seeks a Field Operations Supervisor to oversee day-to-day field survey operations. The role includes leading multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring safety standards, and planning field activities to guarantee high-quality data collection. Candidates should have an associate degree in Geomatics or a related field and strong leadership skills. This position requires experience with survey technologies like GPS and UAVs, and the ability to manage logistics and equipment readiness.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of field survey practices and safety requirements.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and ensure quality data capture.
• Experience with traditional and modern survey equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a diverse team for field survey activities.
• Plan and organize field operations to meet project requirements.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Field data collection

Safety management

Team management

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Geomatics or related field

Tools

GPS

UAVs

GPR

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS software

Job description

A regional utility company in New Orleans seeks a Field Operations Supervisor to oversee day-to-day field survey operations. The role includes leading multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring safety standards, and planning field activities to guarantee high-quality data collection. Candidates should have an associate degree in Geomatics or a related field and strong leadership skills. This position requires experience with survey technologies like GPS and UAVs, and the ability to manage logistics and equipment readiness.