Survey Party Chief

Schneider Geomatics; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K match

Paid time off

401K match

Paid time off

Other voluntary benefits

Job summary

A prominent surveying firm in Portage, Indiana is seeking an experienced Survey Party Chief to lead energy services projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in utility, residential, and commercial surveys, along with strong leadership and communication skills. Extensive knowledge of Trimble equipment and the ability to work independently are crucial. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical and retirement plans, in a safety-first environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in responsible party chief role for various surveys.
• Self-disciplined, able to work as a 'one person crew'.
• Extensive knowledge of GPS and robotic equipment.
• Underground utility locating experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and instruct crew and team members.
• Process and check field data.
• Document field notes according to company standards.
• Take resource information and supervisor instructions to complete tasks within budgets.
• Lead and mentor crew; follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Overnight travel may be required based on client needs.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of Trimble equipment

Underground Utility locating

Self-discipline

Ability to work solo

Field data processing

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Trimble equipment

Robotic total stations

Digital level

Trimble data collectors

TBC processing software

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

Schneider Geomatics is currently looking for a Survey Party Chief for our Energy Services team to service our Portage, Indiana office.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualities:

• 10+ years or more of responsible party chief experience in Utility, Residential, Commercial and Highway construction staking, ALTA surveys, Route surveys, and Topographic surveys with an emphasis on utility transmission and distribution projects.
• Experience with pipeline as-builts is a plus.
• Candidate should possess strong leadership skills to effectively mentor and instruct crew and team members.
• Candidate should be self-disciplined as position will often require working as a “one person crew”.
• Extensive knowledge of Trimble equipment – GPS base and rover units, VRS networks, Robotic total stations, Digital level, Trimble data collectors, and TBC processing software.
• AutoCAD/Civil 3D experience is a plus
• Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure (MAOP) experience is preferred.
• Acceptable driving record and DOT PHMSA drug screen required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills required.
• Underground Utility locating experience is a plus
• Take resource information and supervisor instructions to efficiently complete tasks within designated budgets.
• Follow industry and company standards and procedures.
• Process and check field data.
• Document in field notes each project according to company standards.
• Provide responsible care for vehicles and equipment.
• Depending on client needs, some overnight travel may be required.
• This position requires strict adherence to safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe operation of equipment and vehicle, and awareness of workplace hazards. Compliance with company and client safety policies, regulations, and standards is required.

We offer a generous compensation in addition to an array of benefits to all full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401K match, paid time off benefits, and other voluntary benefit options.

Schneider Geomatics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.