Survey Field Technician 1

GAI Consultants, Inc. is looking for Survey Field Technician 1 to support survey work in Charleston, WV. The successful candidate is responsible for collecting accurate and precise survey data that is reliable for design and construction activities.

General Characteristics

• Begins to develop advanced field operations skills
• Possesses computer skills, good visual and hearing skills, follows procedures
• Good organizational skills;
• Working in weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, etc.); works with safety in mind,
• Must be flexible with work hours and willingness to travel up to 100% during the weekdays and occasional weekend travel and/or work, able to do physically demanding work
• Ability to lift and carry between 25 and 50 lbs. routinely
• Ability to walk for lengthy periods

Minimum Years of Experience

• 5+ Years of Experience

Education

• H.S. Graduate

Technical Responsibilities

• Strong technical skills and supervisory skills are required. This individual must take on office responsibilities such as calculations, crew scheduling, overseeing other crews, overall QMS responsibilities, estimating and understanding project budgets, leading effective safety talks
• Leads effective safety talks
• Able to plan the field activity to meet the needs of the client
• Able to coordinate with office personnel on group assignments
• Able to conduct QMS on survey activity for group including horizontal and vertical measurement accuracy
• Advanced understanding of coordinate geometry
• Must know survey nomenclature
• Should understand how to download or transfer files from the data collector,
• Able to operate total stations,
• Data collector, etc.;
• Intermediate GPS/Survey skills
• Ability to set up tri-pods, levels
• Solid understanding of equipment usage including calibration, and care of delicate and expensive equipment
• must have a steady hand and allow for proper measurements required for survey technical work
• must be able to occasionally work at heights in certain environmental conditions, wade through water; ride in a boat; swimming skills (Preferred); ability to safely use hand tools, etc.

Project and Task Management

• Begins to lead Tasks

Management Responsibility

• Able to lead crews up to three other people.
• Can work independently or lead crews when necessary

Communication Skills

• Possesses effective oral and written communication skills
• Interacts well with other staff
• Communicates effectively with clients, field representatives
• Able to motivate others
• Ability to function positively in a team environment
• Able to keep teams working harmoniously

Why GAI? 

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth. 

Benefits To Working at GAI Include: 

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) 
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program  
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays 
• 401k company match

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