Junior Party Chief, Hampton

Team Fishel; Hampton, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Profit sharing

Job summary

Team Fishel, the Best Choice for Utility Engineering and Construction, is hiring an experienced Survey Instrument Operator in Hampton, VA, to advance toward becoming a Survey Party Chief. This 100% field-based position involves GPS surveying, occasional Total Station work, and transporting gear.

Starting pay is $27–$28 per hour, with training and a clear career path. The role requires a valid driver’s license, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and willingness to travel overnight as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience using GPS equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather.
• Able to operate and train others on survey equipment.

Responsibilities

• Use GPS to set control, search property corners, perform topographic surveys and stake easements/ ROWs.
• Occasional use of Total Station for the above tasks.
• Maintain equipment and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GPS equipment

Driver's license

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Tools

Total Station

Survey equipment (hardware & software)

Job description

Since 1936, we’ve been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top priority and is key in everything we do. We’re industry professionals driven by high performance for our customers and each other. Interested in joining our Team?

Description

Team Fishel , the Best Choice for Utility Engineering and Construction, is hiring an experienced Survey Instrument Operator for our Surveying & Engineering division in Hampton, VA, who is ready to advance their career through fast-paced, hands-on training to become a Survey Party Chief.

Responsibilities

• Using GPS equipment to set control, property corner searches, topographic surveys and staking of easements and rights-of-way
• Occasional use of Total Station for the above
• Maintain equipment and supplies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required
• At least two years of experience using GPS equipment required
• This role is 100% field-based and requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to operate and train others in the use of survey equipment including conventional and electronic instruments and computers (hardware and software)
• Capable of working outdoors in various weather conditions and able to lift and transport equipment & supplies over uneven terrain
• Possess good interpersonal skills and effective written and oral communication skills
• Overnight travel may be required
• Willingness to learn all aspects of surveying

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience utilizing GPS equipment is preferred
• At least two years of experience using conventional survey equipment
• Experience reading & interpreting plats and deeds of record
• Experience recording detailed field notes & the ability to perform basic in-field calculations

Starting pay is $27 - $28 / hour depending upon experience.

Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!

Join Team Fishel, your future and your team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,protected veteran status, or disability status. Team Fishel is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities/Females/Disability/Protected Veteran

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