Land Survey Scout Training Program

Exacta-Land-Surveyors-LL; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Annual Work Boot Allowance

Monthly Phone Allowance

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Company Sponsored Life & Disability

Voluntary Benefits – Accident, CI, LT/

Job summary

EXACTA Land Surveyors in Ohio seeks a Survey Scout Trainee to perform field reconnaissance, locate property corner monuments, and support survey crews outdoors year-round. You will learn legal descriptions, deeds, and tax maps while progressing through a structured training program to become a Survey Field Crew Chief.

The role involves daily travel, lifting up to 70 pounds with assistance, and adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Motivated self-starter capable of limited supervision.
• Responsible and detail oriented; able to work alone or in a team.
• Assist in care of survey equipment and company vehicles; ensure safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Discover property corner monuments and perform preliminary reconnaissance.
• Travel between job sites daily and operate a company vehicle safely.
• Understand legal survey documents and sub-plats; assist training progression toward Crew Chief.
• Meet overtime and weekend requirements as needed; attend daily check-ins.

Skills

Self-starter

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Magnetic locator

Shovel

Company vehicle

Job description

Description

EXACTA Land Surveyors is one of the nation’s premier residential and commercial land surveying companies. Exacta provides services in Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia, Florida, and Texas. Services include residential, commercial, construction, and ALTA/NSPS surveys with a commitment of accurate and timely delivery to our clients. Our surveys provide an important component for real estate type transactions involving buyers and sellers, title companies, lenders, attorneys, and real estate agents.

Under the supervision of an assigned Regional Field Manager, the Survey Scout is responsible for discovering property corner monuments and performing preliminary reconnaissance in preparation for the arrival of a survey crew. The survey scout will use a magnetic locator (metal detector) and a shovel to discover and expose property corner monuments. Safe operation of a company vehicle is a must as the Survey Scout will frequently travel between job sites on a daily basis. Survey Scouts will be trained to understand legal survey documents including legal descriptions, property deeds, sub-plats, and tax maps. It is intended that the Survey Scout will progress through a well-ordered Survey Scout Training Program that will develop the Scout into a Survey Field Crew Chief. As such, the Scout must show initiative and motivation while progressing through the program.

Survey Scout Trainee Position Summary:

Under the supervision of an assigned Regional Field Manager, the Survey Scout is responsible for discovering property corner monuments and performing preliminary reconnaissance in preparation for the arrival of a survey crew. The survey scout will use a magnetic locator (metal detector) and a shovel to discover and expose property corner monuments. Safe operation of a company vehicle is a must as the Survey Scout will frequently travel between job sites on a daily basis. Survey Scouts will be trained to understand legal survey documents including legal descriptions, property deeds, sub-plats, and tax maps. It is intended that the Survey Scout will progress through a well-ordered Survey Scout Training Program that will develop the Scout into a Survey Field Crew Chief. As such, the Scout must show initiative and motivation while progressing through the program.

This work is performed outdoors year-round in various weather conditions. The work requires the ability to move in various standing and sitting positions, and the ability to lift 30 pounds frequently and up to 70 pounds occasionally (with assistance). This position offers opportunities for advancement for individuals that demonstrate a strong work ethic and continually contribute to the success of the organization.

Team members work in the field as scheduled by the supervisor.

Ideal candidates are in the Sandusky general area.

Requirements

Survey Scout Trainee Position Responsibilities:

• Must be a motivated self-starter who is capable of working with limited supervision.
• Must be responsible and detailed oriented.
• Able to work individually or in a team environment if required.
• Assist in the care of survey equipment and company vehicles.
• Able to remove debris, trash, brush, and other items that may interfere with the scouting process.
• Work scheduled overtime and/or weekends required to complete job assignment deadlines.
• Consistently work scheduled shifts according to company policy and attend scheduled daily check-in meetings.
• Fully adheres to Exacta’s policies, procedures, and work directives.
• Perform all duties as assigned to meet business needs in a safe, ethical, and professional manner.
• Provide courteous customer service as necessary

Survey Scout Trainee Skills and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License and driving record that meets our insurance requirements.
• Willingness to learn standard principles, terms, and applications of land surveying.
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and communicate with team members and the public.

Survey Scout Trainee Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Work Boot Allowance
• Monthly Phone Allowance
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Company Sponsored Life & Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits – Accident, Critical Illness, Life, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Childbirth Recovery Leave

EXACTA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Exacta Employee Value Proposition

Exacta offers a fulfilling career where your contributions are valued, and you can make a difference. Exciting career advancement opportunities, a clear path for professional development, competitive pay and benefits are available for each team member.

Exacta is a mission and values driven organization. At our core, is Exacta’s mission to “provide peace of mind to our clients and make their lives easier