Survey Technician - Party Chief at OHM Advisors in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Job Description:

Come to work for OHM Advisors, the community advancement firm.

With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse team of 700+ member team works collaboratively across multiple service areas including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying and construction engineering.

We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design and ideas. In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve a problem and drive them forward advancing the whole community today and well into the future.


What You'll Contribute to OHM Advisors


The Survey Crew Chief is the foundation of the survey team, providing technical expertise with the survey equipment, software, standards, and data reporting. This is a growth position; we are looking for a someone willing to take on responsibility and stay current with technology. An engaged and driven technician is highly valued at OHM and a critical part of the team.


Your Responsibilities


Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• Provide technical expertise in topographic, construction, and boundary surveying techniques.
• Provide input on surveying and construction-related issues, procedures, practices, protocols, and methods.
• Understand state and local regulations regarding surveying standards and practices.
• Perform survey activities such as leveling, traversing, topographic mapping, construction layout, as-built surveys, boundary surveys, profile, and cross-section surveys.
• Calculate parcel and lot lines locations and/or easement lines using taxation information and/or title information.
• Prepares easement and right-of-way descriptions and documents, with drawings if required.
• Responsible for processing field data and reviewing field data from other crews.
• Perform physical tasks such as carrying and maneuvering up to 50 lbs, line clearing, pounding stakes, setting monuments, and locating critical underground objects.
• Record field notes legibly and accurately while following company standards and operating guidelines.
• May review the quality control and quality assurance procedures, as necessary.
• Ability to work mainly in the field and in the office (when required).
• Checks accuracy of completed work and works with direct supervisor to ensure compliance with QA/QC program.

Team Management & Communication:

• Work with a Professional Surveyor to establish project plan and objectives, including timeframes, budgets, staffing, and project schedule.
• Understand project scope and convey requirements to the Survey Crew.
• Utilize assigned resources to meet timelines, schedules, budgets, and profit objectives.
• Share project information and other field observations deemed pertinent to the project.
• Direct Survey Crew members by assigning responsibilities and overseeing all work performed by the Survey Crew, including checking calculations and notes.
• Oversee survey work to ensure safe work environments by complying with the company and/or site-specific health and safety plans (e.g., proper personal protection equipment, obtaining and maintaining First Aid and CPR certification, etc.).
• Ensure survey crew performance and provide leadership to field crews, including train, supervising, coaching, and mentoring crew members and less-experienced crew chiefs.
• Effectively communicate information to staff and leadership team.

Requirements


Education, Experience & Licensure:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's degree in a survey, engineering, or similar technical program is preferred but not required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in all types of land surveying procedures and equipment.
• Strong aptitude for mathematics, specifically trigonometry and geometry.
• Familiarity with DOT survey standards is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage people and projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) skills.
• Physical requirements include indoor and outdoor work, various temperatures and weather conditions, driving, lifting, carrying, reaching, bending, kneeling, crawling, walking, sitting, and standing. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Must have a valid and current driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years' experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Carlson, MicroStation V8, and GEOPAK.

Benefit Summary


At OHM Advisors, our people are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs.

Benefits:

• BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company Profit Sharing
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution
• Paid professional association membership.
• Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement
• Volunteer Service Leave
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Options

Career Advancement & Enrichment Programs:

• Voluntary Wellness Program
• OHM Grad School
• OHM University

You can read more about each of these programs on our website.


OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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