Survey Crew Chief

6525 Ardmore Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN, USA Salary based on experience Full-Time

Company pays 100% of all medical insurance premiums, dental/vision/life insurance offered, 401(k) plan after 6 months of service, paid vacation time, flexible sick/personal time, paid holidays, paid winter holiday shutdown break (9 calendar days this winter), discretionary merit based annual raises, discretionary merit based annual bonuses, education/tuition reimbursement, health and wellness perks, short-term/long-term disability, flexible work environment, professional development, and much more!

Who We Are:

For over 116 years and across four generations of family ownership, Brooks Construction Company, Inc. has stood for Family, Integrity, Respect, Safety, Teamwork, and Quality in the civil construction industry. Based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with over 270 employees, Brooks Construction provides asphalt, concrete, earthwork, and pipe operations across northern Indiana and northwestern Ohio using best practices and innovative techniques to give our customers a quality product.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking Survey Crew Chief to join our growing surveying team. This individual should be eager to gain experience across a wide range of projects and looking to build a long-term career. The ideal candidate will be flexible, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and capable of transitioning smoothly between projects. In this role, the Survey Crew Chief will collaborate with our survey, engineering, and operations teams to perform field surveying tasks for projects in the private, commercial, and public markets. Responsibilities include conducting boundary, topographic, and ALTA/NSPS surveys, elevation certificates, and recorded document research. Experience in topographic data collection, property boundary surveys, construction staking, and related calculations is essential.

Essential Job Functions (*=Non-essential tasks):

Performs field collection of boundary survey data under the supervision of a Professional Surveyor

Performs field collection of topographic survey data

Performs construction staking and calculations ( layout of private, commercial and governmental projects)

Uses AutoCAD software and Trimble Business Center

Collects and downloads data

Works with project superintendents and foremen to identify and resolve problems or discrepancies with drawings, sites, staking, etc.

Maintains a valid driver's license and operates a company vehicle to travel to job sites

Maintains up-to-date knowledge of surveying technology and practices

Uses appropriate discretion regarding project confidentiality

Other Duties/Responsibilities

Assists others in department as needed

Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities

Displays knowledge and proven use of current surveying technology (GPS, Robotic Total Station, Data Collector) and software programs

Ability to work well under pressure both independently and on a team

Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization

Ability to develop and maintain peer and customer partnerships

Ability to read construction plan documents and identify discrepancies

Ability to gather and analyze data and prepare clear and concise field notes

Demonstrates strong math skills, including principles of algebra, geometry and trigonometry

Demonstrates strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities within tight time constraints

Education and Experience

Associate's or Technical degree in Surveying, CAD, Construction, Engineering or related degree preferred

3+ years' experience in the construction industry with some Heavy Highway knowledge is preferred

Survey Technician Certification or willingness to quickly acquire certification

Professional Surveyor licensure (or eligibility) is a plus

Must have knowledge and experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying: Up to 50 lbs frequently

Pushing/Pulling: Up to 50 lbs frequently

Driving: Regular driving of automatic and possibly standard transmission vehicles

Movement Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, and keyboarding; occasional sitting, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, climbing, crawling, and reaching above shoulder level

Use of Hands: Frequent use of hands for keyboarding and handling materials

Environmental Exposure: Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat and cold, dust, wet surfaces, uneven terrain, and standing on concrete; frequent travel; frequent work in both indoor and outdoor environments

Working Environment:

Individual will be working in a field and office environment (85/15), with a primary emphasis on survey related field work.

Ability to work in adverse conditions, including rain, snow, extreme heat or cold, water, mud, dust, etc.

Works long hours and potentially 6 days a week, with the understanding nights could be needed

Travels up to 90-mile radius from the main office

Interaction with internal departments (e.g., Safety, Accounting, Field Operations) and external partners (e.g., clients, municipalities, subcontractors)

Must be comfortable working in high-pressure, deadline-driven settings

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Indirect: Where applicable, directs and oversees staff members regarding construction, operations, and/or tasks and assignments at a project site.

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