Sr. Survey Technician

Company: Larson Design Group
Location: Orlando
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

About UsLarson Design Group (LDG) is an award-winning, employee-owned Architecture, Engineering, and Consulting Firm. Guided by our core values, we're expanding our team, opening new offices, and adding new offerings to provide responsive, innovative solutions to clients nationwide. - - -Being 100% employee-owned directly impacts our culture: it drives our decision-making, motivates our teams, increases our productivity, improves retention, and contributes to the future success of our company. Our culture is one where we work hard for our clients and for each other - and we have fun collaborating, sharing experience and expertise, and learning along the way. We're passionate about delivering exceptional quality, elevating client relationships, enriching the careers and lives of our employee owners, and enhancing the communities where we live and serve. - - - - -At LDG, we strive to create an organization where people want to work. We offer a flexible work environment, paid training for required licensures, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and a company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) while supporting your professional and personal growth. - - - -Your Opportunity + ImpactThe Senior Survey Technician assists the Survey Party Chief with collecting field data and information needed for survey maps and CAD documents. - The Senior Survey Technician adjusts and operates various surveying instruments, compiles notes, and enters data into computers. This position is responsible for keeping the Survey Party Chief apprised of any issues in the field as soon as they are identified and may be asked to oversee party responsibilities in absence of Survey Party Chief.Key Responsibilities

• Uses surveying equipment (i.e. GPS, Total Station, level, data collector, Laser Scanner, UAV/Drone, etc.) to collect data for preparation of surveys.
• Takes direction from Survey Party Chief for daily tasks. -
• Assists in construction layouts by coordinating data and setting stakes.
• Assists in obtaining invert and subsurface utility information.
• Assists in photo documentation of project area.
• Reviews Equipment Inventory list prior to each shift and checks off items as returned at end of each shift. Responsible for ensuring all items are returned to assigned location(s) at end of shift.
• Maintains equipment, initiates equipment repairs as needed, and reports any equipment issues to Survey Party Chief. -
• Maintains company field vehicle, to include keeping vehicle properly stocked, clean, and organized. Reports any vehicle issues to Survey Party Chief or LDG Fleet Management team. -
• Recommends new ideas and approaches to promote continuous improvement.
• Conducts research for survey projects by using deed, utility, roadway, and subdivision maps.
• Creates draft surveys and other plans using CAD as needed.
• Plots deeds.
• Assists with office filing, data download, and electronic file management as needed. -
• Keeps current on surveying practices, guidelines, and best practices by attending trainings, seminars, and conferences.
• Performs minor surveys and directs field party operations as needed, in the absence of the Survey Party ChiefEducation and Experience
  • Education: High School diploma or GED required. Associate or Technical degree in Surveying preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of two (2) years' experience in surveying field.Preferred Qualifications
    • Must possess a basic understanding of the fundamentals of land surveying including measurements, basic math, algebra, trigonometry, deed interpretation, plan interpretation, field note, and sketch requirements.
    • Ability to take direction and work in a team environment, be self-motivated, and have the desire to learn and grow.
    • Must possess strong oral and written communication skills and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
    • Must possess valid driver's license.EEO StatementLarson Design Group, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.Powered by JazzHR

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