Hydrographic Technician I

McKim & Creed, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

McKim & Creed, Inc. is seeking a hydrographic survey technician to join our field team in Wilmington, NC. You will conduct data collection, calibration, processing, and mapping, while upholding safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include equipment installation, data reviews, and providing client recommendations based on objectives; occasional travel and physical work will be required. We value reliability, documentation, and a proactive, team-focused attitude.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of hydrographic survey experience.
• High school diploma or GED with hydrography training.
• Must be self-motivated, responsible and reliable.
• Ability to make objective and rational decisions.
• Good documentation skills and strong work ethic.
• Boat experience, trailering, launching, recovery, knowledge of tides/currents.
• Must be computer literate; CAD experience helpful.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Ability to travel 50–70%, weekends/holidays; lift 50 lbs+.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute hydrographic surveys including data collection and mapping.
• Make decisions on safety and quality; provide client recommendations.
• Review data, perform quality checks, and process data.
• Coordinate equipment installation and calibration.

Skills

Self-motivation

Reliability

Documentation

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED with hydrography training

Tools

CAD

Hydrographic software

Job description

OVERVIEW: Responsible for planning, equipment installation, calibration, execution (data collection), data reviews, quality checks, data processing and final mapping.

YOUR DAY-DAY WILL INCLUDE:

• Being responsible for making many decisions concerning safety and quality.
• Making recommendations to clients based on their objectives.
• Planning, equipment installation, calibration, execution (data collection), data reviews, quality checks, data processing and final mapping.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 0-2 years of experience in hydrographic surveys and processing hydrographic survey data.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED and technical school training in hydrography.
• Must be self-motivated, responsible, and reliable.
• Must be able to make objective and rational decisions.
• Good documentation skills as well as a strong work ethic.
• Must have boat experience, trailering, launching, recovery, knowledge of tides and currents.
• Must be very computer literate, being able to use specialized software and some CAD experience helpful.
• A valid drivers license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.
• Ability to perform field work, including travel (50 to 70%), weekends, holidays, and the physical ability to lift objects over 50lbs.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Motivated to learn and develop your career path.
• Aligned to McKim & Creed's core values and culture.
• Sound functional/technical skills in the role.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Join a company that puts its employees first.
Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned.
• Competitive pay paid holidays, bereavement, and parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery.
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options.
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities.
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way.

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affi­rective Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.

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