Survey Instrument Operator III

Ardurra Group, Inc. in; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wauford, an Ardurra Company, is growing and seeking a Surveying Assistant for our Nashville, TN office. This role supports field surveys and provides basic technical support while interacting with clients and team members.

You will work under the Survey Party Chief, travel up to three nights per week, and collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians. A high school diploma and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to travel up to three nights per week.
• Some survey experience preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Team-oriented and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Perform field surveys for water and wastewater projects.
• Support Survey Party Chief with scheduling and data collection.
• Assist engineers and CAD technicians as needed.
• Review survey drawings for final submission.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Travel availability

Work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Office software

Job description

Wauford, an Ardurra Company is growing and looking for a Surveying Assistant for our Nashville, TN office.

Wauford is an environmental engineering firm with a primary focus on preliminary planning, design and construction management services for water and wastewater projects. Providing consulting services since 1956, our firm has the experience to complete a range of projects from challenging water and wastewater treatment plant designs to preliminary studies for water and sewer line extensions. We have two offices which serve all of Tennessee and Kentucky. We currently serve over 40 municipal clients located in Kentucky and Tennessee, some of which we have served continuously for over 65 years.

Primary Function:

Works under direct supervision of the Survey Party Chief to complete field surveys and minimal technical support involving office software, computer skills, record keeping, and general inquiries. Candidate will interact with clients and other employees on a regular basis and expect to be able to communicate effectively with them. Enjoyment of working outside is critical along with ability to travel.

Primary Duties:

• Complete field survey of various water and wastewater utility projects
• Oversees schedule assignments and provide support for Survey Party Chief
• Assist in other general technical support as needed
• Collaborate with Engineers, and CAD Technicians as assigned or needed
• Reviews draft survey drawings in preparation for final submission

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School or equivalent required
• Ability to travel up to three nights per week required
• Some previous survey experience preferred but not required
• Basic Math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and work ethic
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work together with a team or individually. Must be team-oriented and self-motivated
• Accountability
• Communication
• Planning & Organization
• Personal Development

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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