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Job Description



GPI Geospatial seeks an entry-level Surveyor Field Technicians for our Raleigh, NC office. We seek high-energy candidates with good work ethics who want to participate in field surveying and technical work as part of a team. You will gain valuable experience working on a variety of project types for a variety of clients. You will be part of a team that enjoys an engaging and collaborative work environment. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a well-established, multi-disciplined Geospatial firm specializing in Remote Sensing and Land Surveying to design and construct infrastructure projects.


Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI Geospatial wants you!



GPI Geospatial is a premier mapping firm for Transportation, Energy, Planning, Design, Construction, and Land Development throughout North America. Our vision is to be the most trusted provider of precision mapping, imagery, LiDAR, and land surveying services. We are part of GPI, a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News-Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com



Position Overview

This role involves the operations of basic survey equipment for survey crew activities. The Survey Field Technician reports to the Party Chief and Sr. Survey Manager and operates basic survey equipment, including metal detectors, machetes, prism rods, level rods, and supporting equipment.



Responsibilities:

• Support field survey team in the development of quality deliverables while working safely and efficiently and maintaining high utilization goals.


• Coordinate daily task assignments and project prioritization with the Party Chief and Sr. Survey Manager.


• Use established workflows and procedures to assist with day-to-day survey activities.


• Responsible for keeping basic equipment cleaned, damage-free, and properly stored.


• Responsible for restocking survey trucks with supplies.


• Assists with field survey equipment operations.


• Assists with setting up temporary traffic control and aids in crew safety.


• Responsible for the safe operation and cleanliness of survey work vehicles.


• Complete internal and external safety training programs as required.


• Willingness to travel out of town and other states is a plus but not required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent


• Prior field experience in surveying, environmental, or construction is a plus


• Knowledge of math and earth sciences, geography experience, and computer skills


• Valid driver's license and clean driving record for operating company vehicles


• Competent use of essential computer software such as M.S. Office

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration


• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language


• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members


• Able to stand for approximately 3 hours minimum a day up to 8 hours


• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)


• Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working


• Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds