Survey Technician/Instrument Operator at Surveying And Mapping, LLC in West Henrietta, New York

Job Description:

Surveying And Mapping, LLC


Survey Technician/Instrument Operator

US-NY-West Henrietta

Job ID: 24-6667
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Survey
Rochester

Overview

For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.

Responsibilities

The Survey Technician / Instrument Operator plays a crucial role in supporting a land survey crew through the proficient use of various survey instruments. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with a Crew Chief and gain valuable field experience in land surveying.

Key Responsibilities:

• Field Survey Support: Assist in conducting field surveys under the guidance of a Crew Chief, ensuring accurate and efficient data collection
• Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Operate, inspect, and perform basic field adjustments on land survey equipment such as tripods, tribrachs, levels, total stations, GNSS receivers, and data radios/modems
• Data Collection and Computation: Utilize survey controllers and specialized software to gather geospatial data and execute survey computations
• Map and Plan Interpretation: Read and interpret a variety of maps and plans to aid in survey operations
• Field Note Management: Maintain neat and organized field notes, documenting survey operations under the supervision of the Crew Chief
• Communication: Keep the Crew Chief informed of any issues or progress in the field
• Equipment Handling: Load and unload trucks with survey equipment and supplies, ensuring proper handling and transportation
• Maintenance: Clean and maintain survey equipment, tools, and vehicles to ensure they are in optimal working condition
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to company safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment during all survey operations

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Possession of a valid, current driver’s license
• One year industry experience
• Knowledgeable in the principles and performance of basic types of surveys, survey computations, and field operations
• Ability to work continually outside in all types of weather conditions and terrain
• Ability to work out of town, in remote locations, for extended periods of time

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