Survey Field Technician I (Survey Crew Member)

McKim & Creed, Inc.; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities & training

Professional development

Collaborative, supportive team

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in Virginia is seeking a Survey Field Technician I to assist in field operations. Key tasks include loading equipment, surveying land, and traversing various terrains, requiring a high school diploma and experience working in outdoor conditions. The role offers competitive pay, an employee ownership plan, and growth opportunities in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated and possess excellent problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working outside regularly, preferably in extreme conditions.
• Must have a valid driver's license and pass a drug test.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload equipment from the truck.
• Cut line with a brush axe.
• Run level rod to obtain elevations.
• Hold prism pole for horizontal positions.
• Walk long distances through various terrains.
• Overnight travel may be required.

Skills

Self-motivated

Excellent problem-solving skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

McKim & Creed is a unique, employee-owned firm. First and foremost, we value people. This means we not only hire great talent, we've also created an environment where each individual can grow, flourish and apply innovative thinking. As a result, we've created a world-class team of professionals within a nimble organization. That's what our clients want. That's why we succeed. Our clients hire us because of our people.

McKim & Creed has a reputation for delivering state-of-the-art services with an eye toward sustainability and a focus on protecting and enhancing our environmental resources. Our engineers, landscape architects, planners and project managers are committed to the innovation, sustainability and resource efficiencies that lead to a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future.

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We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Survey Field Technician I. If you want to work at a company that will help improve the future of the communities where we live work and play, we're glad you found McKim & Creed.

Your Day-to-Day Will Include

• Load and unload equipment from truck and carry equipment.
• Cut line with brush axe.
• Run level rod to obtain elevations.
• Hold prism pole for horizontal positions.
• Requires a lot of walking for long periods of time through all kinds of terrain, uneven ground and sometimes water.
• Some overnight travel may be required.

What You Need

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in previous jobs working outside on a regular basis preferably in extreme conditions.
• Must have a valid driver's license, an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record and negative drug test result.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Motivated to learn and develop your career path.
• Aligned to McKim & Creed's Core Values.
• Sound functional/technical skills in the role.

What We Offer

Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
• Competitive pay paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way

EEO and Employment Notice

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.

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