Survey Technician II

Hargrove & Associates Inc.; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove & Associates Inc. in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a field survey technician to assist with field surveys, laser scanning, CAD, and computations for industrial, roadway, and development projects.

You will work under a professional land surveyor and may travel on short notice. Responsibilities include operating robotic total stations and data collectors, recording survey data, establishing control points, coordinating with design teams, and ensuring safety and accuracy on site.

Qualifications

• This position requires 2+ years of relevant experience in land surveying and computer aided drafting.
• No professional registration is required for this role.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• An associate degree in CAD/Surveying/Geomatics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete projects safely and within required accuracy and timeframe.
• Coordinate survey and design teams to ensure scope clarity and deliverables.
• Coordinate findings with engineering teams, clients, and others involved.
• Assist in developing a plan of action for assigned projects.
• Adhere to established surveying standards and use field equipment.
• Record survey results, including location, elevation, and boundaries.
• Establish construction control points for equipment installation.

Skills

Robotic total stations

GPS

Laser scanners

AutoCAD

Carlson Software

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in CAD/Surveying/Geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD

Carlson Software

GPS receiver

Job description

What You\'ll Be Doing Job Summary:

Generally responsible for assisting with field surveys, laser scanning, construction staking, computer aided drafting and elementary survey computations, laser scan registration, and preparing drawings to be used for the design and construction of industrial facilities, roadways, residential and commercial developments.

This work will be performed under the supervision of a professional land surveyor.

Short-term travel and/or weekend work will be required.

Primary responsibilities

• Completing project safely and within required accuracy and timeframe.
• Coordinating with survey team and design team to ensure survey scope is clear and deliverable expectations are met.
• Coordinating findings with the work of engineering teammates, clients, and others involved in projects.
• Assist in developing a plan of action for assigned projects.
• Adhering to existing standards of practice for surveying.
• Operate assigned field equipment in the accomplishment of fieldwork.
• Accurately measure angles, distances and other information in conformance with regulations and company standards.
• Assist in conducting surveys to establish legal boundaries for properties, based on legal deeds and titles.
• Assist in establishing construction control points for use in the installation of equipment and materials.
• Recording the results of surveys including the shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions of land or land features.
• Searching legal records, survey records, and land titles to obtain information about property boundaries in areas to be surveyed.
• Provide input on the technical approach to project tasks and the immediate & finished work product to ensure that they meet objectives.
• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
• Maintain flexibility to meet project needs based on workload of the Survey Team.
• Assist the field team lead for surveying and laser scanning tasks in collecting data and operating field equipment.

Ideal Background Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate degree in Computer Aided Drafting, Surveying \ Geomatics or related field is preferred.

Registration:

No registration is required for this position.

Experience:

This position requires 2+ years of relevant experience in land surveying and computer aided drafting.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with standards and codes.
• Proficient in the use of field instruments such as robotic total stations, data collectors, GPS, and laser scanners.
• Proficient with laser scanning registration software or equivalent a plus.
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and Carlson Software or equivalent.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Familiarity with surveying and/or civil/structural engineering terminology is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry in excess of 25 lbs.
• Ability to use the entire body, more often hands and arms, in handling, positioning, and moving equipment.
• Ability to perform work outdoors in hot or cold climates, which may also involve walking through difficult terrain or industrial facilities Comfortable working at heights off scaffold, platforms or manlifts.
• Ability to drive – possesses a valid driver's license

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a "team mentality" so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level.

We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a "team mentality" so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the "Best Firms to Work For" by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama. We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.

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