Survey Technician (Crew Chief)

Blew & Associates, PA; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national land surveying firm seeks a Survey Crew Chief in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role involves overseeing survey work, quality control, and managing project timelines. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience, strong surveying knowledge, and leadership skills. Competitive benefits include extensive health coverage, tuition reimbursement, and 401(k) plans with company match.

Benefits

Health coverage: 95% paid for Medical and Dental

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually

Paid holidays and parental leave

Apparel allowances for boots and work attire

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief.
• Strong understanding of surveying principles and practices.
• Proficiency with survey equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collect survey data including boundaries and utilities.
• Check and reduce raw data, perform calculations.
• Ensure project safety, efficiency, and adherence to budget.

Skills

Surveying principles

Leadership

Communication

Independent work

Tools

Total stations

GPS receivers

Data collectors

CAD software

Job description

Blew & Associates, P.A. is a premier national land surveying, engineering, and environmental firm with over 130 years of experience. We are seeking a Survey Crew Chief to meet the growing needs of our clients in Michigan. The position offers flexibility to work in Grand Rapids and surrounding areas. The candidate will oversee on-site survey work and ensure quality control of survey deliverables.

Responsibilities

1. Collect data to complete projects, including:

• Locating boundaries, pins, improvements, utilities, etc., across various survey types such as ALTA, boundary, construction staking, and topographic surveys.
• Checking and reducing raw field data, performing calculations, and managing survey data files.
• Conducting project research as needed.
• Following instructions and work orders from project managers.
• Communicating daily with the Field Project Manager regarding schedule progress and updates.

Physical work environment demands:

• Navigate rugged terrain in remote areas safely.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wet, and muddy environments, often at high or precarious locations.
• Transport heavy equipment, lifting/moving up to 25 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Travel regionally and nationally as needed.
• Work overtime, including weekends, as required.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and team members.

Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and within schedule and budget.

Maintain and troubleshoot survey equipment in the field.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief.
• Strong understanding of surveying principles and practices.
• Proficiency with survey equipment such as total stations, GPS receivers, and data collectors.
• Part 107 license preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with CAD software, particularly Carlson AutoCAD, is a plus.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.

Benefits

• Health coverage: 95% paid for Medical and Dental, with optional family/dependent enrollment at group rates.
• 50% company contribution to Vision coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually.
• 401(k) plan with company match: 100% of deferrals up to 3%, plus 50% of deferrals over 3% up to 5%.
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance with optional buy-up.
• Paid holidays, sick leave, vacations, and parental leave.
• Per diem for overnight stays.
• Overtime incentives and potential year-end bonuses based on performance and tenure.
• Apparel allowances for boots and work attire.
• Company truck, cell phone, and equipment provided.