Instrument Operator I

About the role

We are currently seeking an Instrument Operator with 0-2 years of experience to be part of our Survey Team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company with outstanding benefits and future career growth in Tallahassee, FL.

Responsibilities

• Operate and measure distance with a total station
• Create perpendicular angles with optical equipment
• Obtain bearings and angles using a compass
• Read horizontal and vertical angles with total station
• Obtain readings from standard, direct reading, cut and fill rods
• Assist Party Chief in accomplishing field assignments in efficient manner
• Operate Data Collectors as directed by Party Chief to assemble Company standardized information
• Become familiar with descriptions, coding and techniques for Data Collection
• Accurately and efficiently clear line, establish points, tape, chain and level for field survey projects as assigned by Field Crew Chief
• Hold prism pole or stadia rod at designated points to assist in determining elevations and laying out stakes for map-making, construction, land, and other surveys
• Keep crew's assigned vehicle clean and well maintained
• Report any mechanical or safety related problems to the Party Chief
• Keep vehicle stocked with the necessary equipment and supplies as instructed by the Field Crew Chief
• Load for transportation, clean and store field surveying equipment used by the crew
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with other crew members to facilitate the timely and accurate completion of assigned projects
• Observe all safety guidelines and procedures, particularly when working around traffic or on construction sites
• Respect the property rights of the owners of property on which the field survey work is being done
• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• 0-2 year Experience Required
• Knowledge of basic math (addition/subtraction, multiplication and division)
• Good verbal and written communication skills and the motivation to follow instructions completely and accurately while working in rough terrain and inclement weather
• Possess valid Texas Driver's License preferred

Qualifications

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas

Physical Demands

• Use of a machete, shovel and sledgehammer or other appropriate tools
• Lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. over rough terrain may be required
• Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate various pieces of field equipment
• Sit, stand, walk, use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Get in and out of vehicle multiple times a day and drive 30 to 60 miles daily

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job
• The employee works outside in all types of weather conditions, possibly for extended periods of time
• The terrain may be rough, steep, wet or swampy
• Vegetation may be dense, and insects, snakes or animals may be encountered