Instrument Technician
Davis Engineering & Surveying, LLC is looking for a motivated, skilled, and experienced individual to fill the position of Survey Technician. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of surveying experience with boundary, construction staking, as-builts, topographic, utility, and property projects and will be a self-starter, capable of working both independently ("1-person crew") and with other surveying and engineering professionals. The individual who is awarded this position will be responsible for ensuring necessary fieldwork for each project is collected quickly and efficiently through the use of current surveying equipment technology.
Duties
Produce necessary fieldwork for each assigned project quickly and efficiently through the use of current surveying equipment technology including GPS, Data Collectors, Robotic Total Stations, Computers, and other devices.
Assist surveying Party Chiefs in collection of necessary fieldwork and keep accurate field notes and sketches on every project.
Restock and complete regular inventory for the Company vehicle and plumb rods daily.
Qualifications
Experience with Leica equipment preferred, but not required.
Position requires the ability to work reasonable overtime to meet project demands.
Ability to lift/carry a minimum of 50 pounds for extended periods of time, endure adverse weather conditions, rough terrain, and inclines.
Ability to walk at least 2 miles through rough terrain and/or a 1:1 slope.
Appropriate communication skills (both verbal and written) and the ability to make appropriate field decisions when coordinating with co-workers, clients, contractors, and other consultants.
Position requires frequent travel (some overnight) and may require the utilization of a company-owned vehicle. The successful candidate must have a valid driver's license and an excellent driving record.
Relevant education (coursework, certificates, degrees, etc.), minimum high school diploma or the ability to obtain such in the future.
CST certification preferred or the ability to obtain such in the future.
Compensation
DOQ (Package includes health & dental insurance, Simple IRA retirement plan, paid time-off & holidays)
To apply for this position, please complete our online application and submit your resume. DES will contact you if additional information is required.