Survey Field Crew Member

TranSystems; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated FIELD SURVEY INSTRUMENT OPERATOR to join its dynamic survey team in Atlanta. This role offers a unique opportunity for individuals interested in land surveying, whether experienced or new to the field. You will operate advanced surveying equipment while working on diverse transportation projects, including highways and railroads. With comprehensive training provided, this position is perfect for those eager to learn and grow in a supportive environment. Join a company that values collaboration and community engagement, and take the next step in your career with a firm committed to excellence and innovation.

Benefits

Access to company vehicle

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) company match

Vacation accrual

Eleven paid holidays

Six day winter break

Qualifications

• Must be able to learn and operate survey equipment effectively.
• Dependable with a good driving record is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate survey equipment to collect data for transportation projects.
• Prepare and maintain survey notes to meet company standards.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Ability to learn

Dependability

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Differential and Digital Levels

Total Stations (Manual and Robotic)

Data collectors

Laser Scanners

Survey grade GPS units

Job description

Overview

TranSystems has completed a strategic merger with Gannett Fleming to create a best-in-class organization (Gannett Fleming TranSystems) with approximately $1.3 billion in revenue and a highly skilled workforce of more than 5,000 employees.

Both companies are recognized as top 20 providers on the Engineering News-Record (“ENR”) rankings for transportation design services. We are committed to building strong relationships with our clients, partners, and communities, because we believe we can go farther together. The transaction not only enhances our transportation expertise and reach, but it expands offerings across the water, environmental, and power markets.

Interested in joining our team? We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm. This is a great time to join Gannett Fleming TranSystems!

Responsibilities

What you'll be challenged to do:

Our Atlanta office is seeking a FIELD SURVEY INSTRUMENT OPERATOR to join its survey team. If you have experience in Land Surveying or would like to enter the Land Surveying field, TranSystems offers you a challenging and rewarding opportunity as well as a smart solution to your career decision. The Survey person will work in a transportation oriented setting which will include highways, railroads, public and private sites. No experience is necessary - we will provide training for this role.

• Operate the survey equipment necessary to collect data precisely and accurately to complete quality survey and mapping deliverables on large and small transportation projects in the southeast.
• Prepare and maintain survey notes to company standards or verbal instructions.
• Operate the following equipment: Differential and Digital Levels, Total Stations (Manual and Robotic), Data collectors, Laser Scanners, and survey grade Global Positioning Systems (GPS) units.
• Utilize point codes in the field to establish line work for post processing purposes.

Qualifications

What you bring to our firm:

• A strong work ethic with the willingness and ability to learn.
• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to be in the field almost 60% of the time, including some travel.
• Must be dependable and have a good driving record.
• Must be capable of passing applicable safety training requirements.
• Ability to successfully pass a seven-year criminal background check, pre-employment drug screening and submit to random FRA drug screening tests while employed.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

What we’d prefer for you to bring to our firm:

• Experience operating the following equipment: Differential and Digital Levels, Total Stations (Manual and Robotic Units), Data collectors, Laser Scanners and survey grade Global Positioning Systems (GPS) units.
• Taking General Survey Classes
• Certified Survey Technician Certification Level 1 and or Level 2 (FIELD TRACK)
• 10 Hour OSHA Certification
• CPR/AED/Basic First Aid Certification
• Familiarity with GDOT standards
• Experience with Leica survey equipment.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts by roadway, major highway and rail traffic, working in timber and brush areas and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

• Frequently required to travel for extended periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk long distances, climb or balance, stoop or kneel and drive a motor vehicle. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus of survey instrumentation and read maps, plans and legal descriptions.

Featured Benefits:

• Access to company vehicle provided for inspection work.
• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid AD&D, STD, and LTD.
• 401(k) company match
• Vacation accrual separate from sick time.
• Eleven (11) paid holidays for 2024 with the option to substitute 2 holidays for employees to celebrate other day(s) of significance.
• Six (6) day winter break in 2024 that is included in the paid holiday schedule.

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. Gannett Fleming TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: Gannett Fleming TranSystems is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a TranSystems employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position (as a search) via our applicant tracking solution.

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