Lead Survey Crew Chief: Outdoor Field Data Leader

Windrose Land Services, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Boot Allowance

Phone Allowance

Competitive Salary

Insurance - Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Windrose Land Services, Inc. is seeking a Commercial Land Surveying Field Crew Chief to direct a 2-3 person crew in collecting on-the-ground survey data using GPS, total stations, and data collectors.

The work is outdoors year-round in various weather conditions, with lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally with assistance. Responsibilities include maintaining field notes and data files, coordinating with managers, submitting time sheets, and ensuring equipment readiness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Experience leading a field crew a plus.
• Knowledge of survey methods and equipment encouraged.
• Ability to operate survey instruments and software.
• Strong communication and client service skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct a 2-3 person field crew to collect survey data.
• Maintain complete field notes and data collector files.
• Perform basic check calculations to verify survey data accuracy.
• Communicate progress to Field Operations Manager and Project Manager.
• Submit daily time sheets and manage field tasks.
• Download/upload survey data and project photos promptly.
• Maintain and operate all equipment and work vehicles.
• Uphold company safety, ethics, and professional standards.

Skills

Effective communicator

Assertive problem-solver

Results oriented

Team leadership

Client service focus

Work under pressure

Flexible attitude

Trainable staff

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Total Station

GPS data collection

Data collection software

Job description

Windrose Land Services, Inc. is seeking a Commercial Land Surveying Field Crew Chief to direct a 2-3 person crew in collecting on-the-ground survey data using GPS, total stations, and data collectors.

The work is outdoors year-round in various weather conditions, with lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally with assistance. Responsibilities include maintaining field notes and data files, coordinating with managers, submitting time sheets, and ensuring equipment readiness.