Survey Tech II

Wanzek Construction; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

MasTec, Inc. is seeking a Survey Technician in Texas to collect field data, operate GNSS and survey instruments, and support construction teams with precise measurements.

The role requires collaborating with project teams to understand construction sequences, verifying residuals, and maintaining GPS equipment, while documenting results for management.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in surveying, remote sensing, drafting, engineering, or related technical field
• Two to three years of surveying experience in construction or operations with exposure to engineering, civil, or renewable energy activities

Responsibilities

• Collect field data using sophisticated measuring equipment
• Collaborate with project team to understand construction sequence
• Apply GPS equipment to set lath for construction and field fit miscellaneous items
• Operate survey instruments to capture static measurements with verified residuals
• Perform calculations to determine elevations, distances, and angles
• Record survey measurements and descriptive data using notes, drawings, sketches, etc.
• Verify horizontal and vertical residuals daily using client benchmarks
• Search for section corners, property corners and survey points
• Position and hold vertical rods or targets for sighting to measure angles, distances, elevations
• Maintain and troubleshoot GPS equipment as directed
• Ensure equipment and tools are cleaned and stored properly
• Safely operate field tools and supplies to minimize risk
• Foster effective communication between surveying, engineering, and project teams
• Collaborate to integrate survey data into project plans
• Provide regular updates on surveying progress and challenges
• Work independently and as part of the team
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer literacy

Problem solving

Document interpretation

ALTA surveys

Trimble Business Center

MAGNET Office

Civil 3D

Education

Associate/Bachelor degree in surveying or related field

Tools

Trimble Business Center

MAGNET Office

Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

Responsible for obtaining and computing data relevant to measuring the Earth’s features. This position will develop an understanding of the construction layout, conduct topographic analysis, and capture static measurements using best practices and standard operating procedures. The Survey Tech will be responsible for comprehension of various GNSS correction methods, equipment configurations, and equipment maintenance. Maintaining high level of communication with office management and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Collect field data using sophisticated measuring equipment
• Collaborate with project team to understand construction sequence
• Apply the use of GPS equipment to set lath for construction, this included center and offsets while having the ability to field fit miscellaneous items
• Operate survey instruments to capture static measurements for a variety of disciplines with verified horizontal and vertical residuals from client provided benchmarks
• Perform calculations to determine accurate elevations, distances, and angles for various construction projects
• Record survey measurements and descriptive data using notes, drawing, sketches, etc.
• Verify horizontal and vertical residuals daily using client provided benchmarks
• Search for section corners, property states and survey point
• Position and hold the vertical rods or targets used for sighting to measure angles, distances, elevations, etc.
• Maintain and troubleshoot all GPS equipment as directed by Survey Equipment team
• Ensure equipment and tools are clean, properly powered down, and stored at the end of the business day
• Safely operate field tools and supplies to minimize the risk of injury and property damage
• Foster effective communication between surveying teams, engineering teams, and project management
• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to integrate survey data into project plans
• Provide regular updates on surveying progress, challenges, and solutions to site and office management
• Work independently and as an active member of the team
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in surveying, remote sensing, drafting, engineering, or related technical field
• Two to three years of survey experience in construction or operations with exposure to engineering, civil, or renewable energy activities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the Company’s Zero Injury principles
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Computer literacy and well-developed file management
• General comprehension of ALTA Surveys, and various schematics
• Preferred understanding of surveying software e.g. Trimble Business Center, MAGNET Office, or Civil 3D
• Ability to problem solve
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy and follow set procedures and standards

Working Environment

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and extreme heat
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud

What's in it for you

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation: $21.00-$23.00/hourly, commensurate with experience
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan

Mastec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.