Survey Field Technician

CEC Corporation; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CEC Corporation is seeking a dedicated Survey Technician to provide technical support and conduct field survey activities. This role involves using various survey equipment, researching survey-related documents, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates must possess accurate problem-solving skills and be able to work independently under the supervision of a Professional Land Surveyor.

Join a Top Workplace that focuses on community growth through innovative engineering solutions and offers excellent benefits, professional development, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Mathematical skills to calculate figures and amounts effectively.
• Ability to solve practical problems in varied situations.
• Proficient in software skills including Microsoft Office and AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support under direction of PLS.
• Researches survey evidence and prepares survey data.
• Operates survey equipment and records survey results.
• Verifies accuracy of survey data collected on site.

Skills

Analysis and problem-solving

Accuracy and attention to detail

Proficient personal computer skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

Trimble

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GEOPAK

Job description

CEC is a privately-held engineering firm, serving both public entities and private developers. We offer extensive services, which allow us to be involved with projects from conception to design, to construction. Our focus is to eliminate aging infrastructure and drive community growth through innovative and collaborative engineering design. CEC is a Top Workplace that offers excellent benefits, professional development and growth opportunities for employees.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides technical support working independently but under direction of Professional Land Surveyor (PLS).
• Researches previous survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, and other records to obtain data needed for surveys.
• Performs field survey activities in accordance with standards set by the company, state statutes and the surveying industry.
• Operates and has knowledge of survey equipment functions and capabilities.
• Records the results of surveys including the shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions of land or land features.
• Verifies the accuracy of survey data including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites.
• Coordinates data and results of the work with Survey office personnel, engineering personnel, clients, and others concerned with projects.
• Adheres to established company policies and follows all Survey procedures.
• Maintains equipment and vehicle that is assigned.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Complies with all safety policies, practices and procedures.

COMPETENCIES

• Analysis and problem-solving
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Thoroughness

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• All experience levels considered.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass background check and pre-employment drug/alcohol testing. Department of Transportation (DOT) sensitive positions subject to annual and random drug testing.
• English language skills: ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to clients or CEC employees.
• Mathematical skills: ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Reasoning skills: ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Proficient personal computer skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, MicroStation, Trimble, AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or GEOPAK preferred.
• Organizational skills: ability to prioritize and organize tasks; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Remote connectivity device with data plan necessary for multi-factor authentication, mileage tracking, expense reimbursement, e-mail, and virtual communications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Heavy physical activity performing strenuous daily activities of a primarily productive/technical nature.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, work with the fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials.
• Ability to stand and walk up to ten hours per day.
• Ability to sit in vehicle to travel up to four hours.
• Ability to traverse uneven terrain and climb over or crawl under obstacles.
• Ability to hear and talk to communicate and receive direction.
• Ability to see clearly 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more; ability to identify and distinguish colors; ability to adjust focus; depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to manipulate computer mouse when working in office.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Outdoors exposed to changing weather conditions (rain, sun, snow, wind, etc.).
• Exposure to dust, dirt, etc.
• Potential exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings.
• Requires use of protective and/or safety equipment.
• Requires repeating the same physical activities or mental activities over and over.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Outdoors exposed to changing weather conditions (rain, sun, snow, wind, etc.).
• Exposure to dust, dirt, etc.
• Potential exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings.
• Requires use of protective and/or safety equipment.
• Requires repeating the same physical activities or mental activities over and over.

This position includes safety-sensitive job functions, and random screenings will be conducted in accordance with CEC’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.