Survey Instrument Technician
Thompson Engineering · Westlake, LA · 3 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
About the role
The Survey Instrument Technician supports the Surveyor Party Chief in the land surveying department, operating survey equipment and collecting data.
Responsibilities
- Operates total station, digital and automatic level, Topcon data collector, TDS software.
- Collects data for field level notes, reporting to the Surveyor Party Chief.
- Affixes to loading and unloading survey equipment from the company vehicle.
- Attends and pro-actively participates in safety meetings, project toolbox safety meetings, and safety moments.
- Ensures all work activities comply with Thompson Holdings, Inc. Health, Safety & Environmental Management System, safety policies & procedures, safety execution plans, and Job Safety and Environmental Analyses.
- Maintains on-time and consistent attendance.
Requirements
- Five (5) years verifiable experience in surveying commercial and/or heavy industrial construction stakeout.
- Working knowledge of GPS software using the Topcon Hyperlite.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Driver's License.
- TWIC card.
- Ability to read and comprehend measurements.
- Intermediate math skills including trigonometry and coordinate geometry.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to travel and stay overnight based on the workload of the Survey Department.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in the outside elements up to 100% of the time.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
- Standing for a minimum of eight (8) hours per day and walking long distances.
- Bending, stooping, and climbing on a ladder.
- Driving a company vehicle to and from job sites.