Survey Party/Crew Chief III

Ardurra is seeking a Field Survey Party/Crew Chief III to join our staff in Tampa, FL. 

We believe a quality survey forms the basis for a successful design, and whether we’re establishing boundary lines, collecting topographic data, or staking improvements for construction, we know it has to be accurate and timely. Ardurra utilizes a blend of the latest technologies along with tried-and-true survey practices to form the best possible basis for your project.

GPS, robotic total stations, aerial lidar, drone imagery, digital levels, and more all combine to allow our top-notch field personnel to produce clear, accurate, and useful maps including boundary surveys, topographic maps, 3D models, sketch & legal descriptions. We have experience with all sizes of projects for both private and public sector clients.

Primary Function:

Reports directly to Survey Group Leader and any may receive project assignments and direction from various Survey Project Managers. Responsible for completion of various field surveying assignments by using procedures and techniques appropriate to the task or assignment to be completed. Clearly and legibly record all pertinent field notes and information in proper field books as required based on task assignment. Field Crew Leaders are responsible for training, direct supervision and safety of all field technicians as assigned. Ensures all appropriate safety procedures, precautions, and traffic control devices are properly placed prior to start of daily field survey operations. Responsible for organization, maintenance, and safe operation of assigned survey vehicles. Reports to Field Crew Manager and Project Surveyor for daily project briefings and debriefings as the case may be. Upload and download field data daily or as directed. Some survey project assignments may require travel including overnight stays. May be responsible for directing multiple field crews on projects requiring completion of multiple task assignments

Primary Duties:

• Arrive at work on time, properly dressed, and prepared to go to work.
• Proficient with and properly uses all survey equipment and devices required for completion of survey tasks and assignments.
• Prepares clear, concise, and legible field notes.
• Direction and assistance with clearing of brush and trees on lines using various brush clearing tools.
• Properly place appropriate safety and traffic control devices daily, prior to start of work.
• Properly wear appropriate safety equipment and clothing.
• Location of metallic markers using magnetic location equipment.
• Ensures work truck is well organized, clean, and stocked with day-to-day supplies.
• Ensures all equipment batteries are properly charged and stored for use.
• Proficient with use of data collector setup and capable of troubleshooting problems.
• Uses prescribed point and line coding and correctly saves collected points.
• Represents the company in a respectful, polite, and professional manner.
• Uses proper field procedures for conducting various types of surveys.
• Identifies toxic plants, dangerous animals, and insects.
• Capable of common tree identification.
• Trains others in basic first aid.
• Familiar with Florida Standards of Practice for Surveyors and Mappers as related to General Surveying and Mapping as well as Boundary Surveying procedures.
• Obtain OSHA 10-hour safety certification course (company provided).

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• >8 years of Survey Party Chief experience, candidate must be proficient in various field crew operations.
• Basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Capable of solving problems using basic Trigonometric and Geometric functions.
• Ability to work and carry heavy objects in extreme weather conditions and harsh terrain.
• Proficient with use of field data collector, electronic total station, and digital and optical levels.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and work ethic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Functional with Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Must be team-oriented and self-motivated.
• Must have valid Florida Driver’s license

 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work requires using a machete, shovel and sledgehammer or other appropriate tools. Lifting and carrying equipment weighing