Crew Chief

PURPOSE OF POSITION Under the general supervision of the Assistant / Project Manager, the Crew Chief manages the field procedures and data collection to complete the required projects.

If applicable, the Crew Chief directs and leads the Instrument Operator to perform survey tasks in the most efficient way possible. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Possesses knowledge to efficiently utilize all field equipment within company inventory (Trimble / Leica / Spectre robotic total stations, data collectors, auto-levels, GPS RTK Units, wireless communications, 3D Laser Scanners, etc.)
• Ability to upload and download field data files (raw, fbk, asc), photos, field notes, etc. and review with the office staff
• Responsible for proper file documentation and organization at project completion.
• Ability to interpret maps, including scale off drawings, determine distances, read map symbols, notes, etc.
• Knowledge of the different types of surveys with the basic differences between them including the purpose and reason for the survey.
• Ability to ensure seamless communications with Assistant / Project Manager and other team members on project issues.
• Ability to maintain equipment (keeps tripods, tribrachs, prism poles and other equipment clean and calibrated; advises ahead of time when instruments need to be scheduled for calibration or maintenance).
• Comprehends the names, purposes and parts that are needed for calibration of various surveying field instruments.
• Ability to take initiative to identify efficient ways of performing tasks and follow through.
• Ability to function without the data collector and other state-of-the-art equipment in times of battery or equipment failure.
• Good working knowledge of general computer functions / applications (Windows Explorer, Word, Excel, etc.) and their applications to surveying.
• Willingness / ability to assume increased responsibilities.
• Willingness / ability to expand knowledge of land surveying through training (in-house seminars or other educational classes)
• Ability to work overtime as needed and travel with overnight stays if required.
• Provides insights and ideas at company meetings.
• Must be dependable and punctual.
• Takes necessary steps to ensure equipment is setup in a safe environment with proper safety equipment.
• Utility documentation including consistently providing checklists for utility information along with sketches in accordance with company policy.

Includes sketches, notes on discussions with property owner, field cross check on measurements, etc.

• Ensures quality of all manual field notes, raw data, coordinates files and sketches performed by the crew.
• Performs and works on all construction related survey tasks, including but not limited to the stakeout of building foundations, column lines, curb, sidewalks, walls, grading, LOD and site infrastructure.
• Provides and maintains a professional site presence and ability to assist conversing with site superintendent, client and office staff.
• Assists in offering solutions or alternatives to achieving job objectives.
• Performs field calculations to modify stakeout when necessary.
• Maintains company vehicle maintenance and inventory to ensure vehicle is well stocked with stakes, lath, rebar, caps, etc.
• Self-organize and motivate when working alone and Supervise and motivate instrument operators when assigned
• Completion and utilization of in-house checklists to ensure quality control and effective time management.
• Positively represent the brand while communicating professionally and regularly with customers on site
• Any other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES / EDUCATION
• A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated successful, reliable surveying experience
• High School Diploma and strong math and computer skills
• The ability and desire to expand your skillsets and adapt to new technologies
• Highly proficient field coding to be used for field to finish auto linework
• Ability to complete additional certifications, i.e. (OSHA Certifications (10, 30, 40, etc.), Hazwoper, TWIC, etc.)
• Must possess a valid driver’s license. WORKING CONDITIONS Physical ability to lift up to (75lbs) and able to stand / walk for 8+ hours a day.

Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, climbing, hiking, digging / shoveling, and lifting is required.

Exposure to all weather conditions hot, cold, wet, humid, or other conditions caused by weather.The Crew Chief will work in the field with the survey crew.

Field work is often performed on busy streets or construction sites. When employee is working on busy street, there is exposure to risk of injury due to vehicular traffic.

Loud noise may be experienced at times. May incur mental stress due to time deadlines, pressures and demands from both internal and external sources.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.