Survey Crew Chief

Elevate Engineering; Springville (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional engineering firm in Springville, Utah is seeking an experienced Survey Crew Chief to lead diverse surveying projects. This role encompasses equipment operation, data collection, and collaboration with technical teams to support residential and commercial developments. Candidates should have proficiency in survey software, strong problem-solving skills, and a minimum of 2 years of relevant field experience. A valid driver's license is necessary, and the position involves outdoor work in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of survey field experience, including 2 years as a Crew Chief.
• Ability to travel throughout Utah performing all aspects of Surveying.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and terrain.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain survey equipment.
• Perform boundary survey evidence reconnaissance.
• Ensure accurate data collection and reporting.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Engineers.

Skills

Proficient in survey software and equipment

Strong understanding of survey principles

Excellent problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Automatic levels

Robotic total stations

GNSS systems

Data collectors

Job description

Elevate Engineering is seeking an experienced Survey Crew Chief to conduct primarily ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys and Construction Staking Surveys in both Field and Office aspects of Surveying. This will support the design and eventual layout of single-family residential developments, multi-family residential developments and commercial developments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain survey equipment including automatic levels, robotic total stations, GNSS systems and data collectors.
• Perform boundary survey evidence reconnaissance and recovery, perform locations of improvements on properties, perform topographical data collection of parcels widely ranging in size and shape.
• At times may work as a 1-person crew or multi person crew.
• Ensure accurate data collection, recording and reporting of survey results.
• Prepare detailed survey field notes and sketches.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Surveyors, and other staff to support project objectives.
• Maintain safety protocols and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Proficient in survey software and equipment
• Strong understanding of survey principles, techniques, and requirements
• Extensive experience in boundary reconnaissance and recovery
• Proficient in reading and understanding land descriptions.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, communication skills and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of survey field experience, including 2 years of responsible charge as a Crew Chief
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Ability to perform calculations utilizing calculators or data collectors.
• Demonstrate professionalism while representing the firm on a given site and in public.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and terrain.
• Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds and do repetitive work such as lifting, bending, shoveling, swinging hammers and walking or standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to travel throughout Utah performing all aspects of Surveying.