Junior Survey Crew Chief

NV5 · Meridian, ID · 1 mo ago

Full-time

Lead and coordinate a one or two-person field crew performing: Survey control surveys, Boundary and cadastral surveys, Right-of-way surveys, Topographic surveys, Construction staking and layout
Operate and maintain survey equipment including robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, digital levels, scanners, and data collectors.
Collect accurate field measurements, observations, sketches, and documentation.
Perform field calculations and quality control reviews to ensure accurate and complete data collection.
Maintain organized electronic field records and comply with company data management standards.
Aid with office-related tasks including data reduction, calculations, drafting support, and staking computations using Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D.
Review field deliverables for completeness and accuracy, including field notes, data collection files, and computation sheets.
Communicate effectively with project managers, survey staff, clients, contractors, and utility representatives.
Promote a safe work environment and adhere to all company and project safety requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED.
Strong foundation in mathematics, geometry, and trigonometry.
4+ years of land surveying experience with demonstrated leadership potential.
Experience operating GNSS, robotic total station, and digital level equipment.
Proficiency with electronic data collection systems and field software.
Understanding of construction staking procedures, monumentation, and field markings.
Ability to interpret plans, specifications, plats, and survey records.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet company insurability requirements.
Ability and willingness to travel for project assignments, occasionally up to two weeks at a time.

Associate's or bachelor’s degree in surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field.
LSIT, CST, or other surveying-related certification.
Trimble Access, Trimble Business Center, and Civil 3D experience.
UAV experience and FAA Part 107 certification.
3D laser scanning experience.
Previous experience leading or mentoring field personnel.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Understanding of survey measurement principles and sources of error.
Ability to evaluate survey data for completeness, accuracy, and precision.
Knowledge of boundary evidence, public land survey systems, property corner recovery, and cadastral surveying principles.
Ability to download, process, review, and edit field-collected survey data.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining project schedules.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
This position regularly requires walking on uneven terrain, hiking steep slopes, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds of equipment, digging monument holes, setting stakes and rebar, operating brush-cutting equipment, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
The role may also require operation of UTVs, climbing stairs, prolonged standing, and occasional extended periods of computer work.
Employees must comply with all company safety policies and project-specific safety requirements.

At NV5, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of surveyors, engineers, scientists, and geospatial professionals on projects that improve communities throughout Idaho and the Pacific Northwest.

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