Survey Party Chief

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Party Chief- Surveyor

Department: Field Operations

Supervisor : Survey Manager

Location: Athens, AL

Essential Job Functions:

• Interface with field personnel, civil engineers, and project managers to develop detailed design documentation
• Examine land boundaries and property lines by researching previous land records, survey records, and other documentation
• Survey the site to gather information and precise measurements on geographic, hydrographic, and topographic features
• Utilize a variety of survey equipment daily such as base and rovers, grade rods, laser levels, equipment GPS systems, etc.
• Use Topcon software and technology to complete tasks
• Cut and clear brush and trees from the line of survey, using brush hook, knife, ax, or other cutting tools
• Places stakes at designated points and drives them into the ground at specified elevation, using a hammer or hatchet
• Marks points of measurement with elevation, station number, or other identifying marks
• Assists in the operation of conventional and satellite survey equipment for completion of survey projects, Loads equipment for transport to worksite; unloads equipment from vehicle to the worksite
• Identifies and utilizes survey equipment properly
• Adheres to all company safety and security policies
• Maintain a high level of quality work at all times
• Maintain good relationships with Technicians, Foreman, Superintendents, Inspectors, Developers, and other co-workers at all times
• Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work tasks
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Represent and promote Grayson Carter and Son in a professional and honest manner

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

• 2+ years of construction survey experience
• Knowledge of Topcon GPS System
• Ability to understand written material and basic math skills
• Ability to communicate and convey information effectively
• Must be physically able to stand, walk, sit, crouch, kneel, climb, and periodically lift 75 pounds
• Knowledge of OSHA Standards
• Ability to obtain Arsenal and FBI Badge preferred, but not required
• Requires personal transportation to job sites
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on all job sites as required
• Work weekends and overtime as needed
• Committed to attending work each day
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen

Grayson Carter and Son Contracting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EEO Statement:

Grayson Carter and Son Contracting, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, and/ or other legally protected status.