Senior Field Survey Technician (GPS & Construction)

Wanzek Construction; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Healthcare insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

MasTec, Inc. is seeking a Survey Technician in Nacogdoches, TX to obtain and compute data for measuring Earth features. You will learn construction layout, perform topographic analyses, and capture static measurements using GNSS and survey tools.

You will support field crew with GPS lath setting, data recording, and integration of survey data into project plans while maintaining equipment and safety standards. This is a hands-on role in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in surveying, remote sensing, drafting, engineering, or related technical field preferred.
• One year of survey experience in construction or operations with exposure to engineering, civil, or renewable energy activities.
• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the Company’s Zero Injury principles
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Computer literacy and well-developed file management
• Preferred comprehension of ALTA Surveys, and various schematics
• Preferred understanding of surveying software e.g. Trimble Business Center, MAGNET Office, or Civil 3D
• Ability to problem solve
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Valid Drivers License Required

Responsibilities

• Collect field data using sophisticated measuring equipment
• Collaborate with project team to understand construction sequence
• Apply the use of GPS equipment to set lath for construction, this included center and offsets while having the ability to field fit miscellaneous items
• Operate survey instruments to capture static measurements for a variety of disciplines with verified horizontal and vertical residuals from client provided benchmarks
• Perform calculations to determine accurate elevations, distances, and angles for various construction projects.
• Record survey measurements and descriptive data using notes, drawing, sketches, etc.
• Verify horizontal and vertical residuals daily using client provided benchmarks
• Search for section corners, property states and survey point
• Position and hold the vertical rods or targets used for sighting to measure angles, distances, elevations, etc.
• Maintain and troubleshoot all GPS equipment as directed by Survey Equipment team
• Ensure equipment and tools are clean, properly powered down, and stored at the end of the business day
• Safely operate field tools and supplies to minimize the risk of injury and property damage
• Foster effective communication between surveying teams, engineering teams, and project management
• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to integrate survey data into project plans
• Provide regular updates on surveying progress, challenges, and solutions to site and office management
• Work independently and as an active member of the team
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Computer literacy

Read and interpret documents

Valid Driver's License

ALTA surveys knowledge

Education

Surveying degree

One year survey experience

Tools

Trimble Business Center

MAGNET Office

Civil 3D

Job description

MasTec, Inc. is seeking a Survey Technician in Nacogdoches, TX to obtain and compute data for measuring Earth features. You will learn construction layout, perform topographic analyses, and capture static measurements using GNSS and survey tools.

You will support field crew with GPS lath setting, data recording, and integration of survey data into project plans while maintaining equipment and safety standards. This is a hands-on role in a dynamic construction environment.