Survey Technician - St. Charles, MO

Job Description

Job Purpose

A Survey Technician is required to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of survey computations and field operations. The individual in this position is well versed with plan interpretation and preparation. Work elements further describe the requirements related to this position. The candidate must be able to work independently from tentative to final projects. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to learn construction staking, boundary, topo and GPS experience is required. Will also assist Senior Survey Technician in work requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

Stake pavement, sewers, and rail

Topo

Run a level loop

Learning to run the Leica PaveSmart system

Learning to run trimmer with Leica

Learning to run the Trimble DiNi, Trimble GPS, Trimble Total Station

Learning to Setup Leica Total Stations and move ahead for paver or trimmer

Work with project manager and other surveyors to complete surveys.

Plan and organize surveying efforts to determine precise location and measurements of points, elevations, lines, areas, and contours for construction, mapmaking, land division, titles, mining, or other purposes

Keep accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe and certify work performed

Perform field surveying to obtain data for base plans

Provide work control lines and elevations that are required for accurate measurement and correct installation of materials by crafts, i.e., forms for concrete pours, anchor bolts, piping hangers and supports, etc.

Provide topographic and cross-section surveys as required for planning and payment quantities.

Provide quantity calculations as required.

Qualifications

1-2+ years of experience of surveying in heavy civil construction preferable

Experience with AutoCAD is a plus

Experience with GPS Systems a plus

Ability to communicate effectively and perceptively with a wide variety of individuals in person, via telephone and in writing.

Ability to work independently and resolve everyday problems, keeping all appropriate parties aware of issues and/or risks.

Have a strong work ethic.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Proficient computer skills including the use of the Microsoft Office

Understand and enforce the company's safety policies

Ability to read roadway and other construction plans.

Ability to distinguish difference in materials.

Ability to understand elevations and offset info.

Other Functions

Safety support and planning work with Health and Safety Personnel.

Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.

Must have the ability to pull and back up trailers

Perform other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Outside environment, exposure to all weather conditions and temperatures. Site specific exposure to hazardous materials requiring proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Noise levels are site specific and may be subject to PPE.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly standing; walking; used hands to handle/feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

You are occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop or kneel

You must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The position requires that you walk the construction site, climb ladders, climb stairs and walk on uneven ground.

Must have the ability to multitask.

Position requires the employee to spend much of their time on the project sites.

Direct Reports

N/A