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Survey Crew Member II

DB Sterlin Consultants

Chicago, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$35–$41 Per Hour
SKILLS
Benchmarking, Building Surveying, Communication Skills, Data Collection, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, GPS (Global Positioning System), Geomatics, Government Standards, Inventory Management, Land Surveying, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Local Government, People Management, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Team Player, Topography, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
3 days ago
POSITION GOAL:

The Survey Crew Member ll is responsible for performing advanced technical and professional field survey work; serving as party chief for field surveys and helping less experienced surveyors to gain experience and eventually become party chiefs; reviewing surveys to determine the validity of the evidence and methods used and to ensure accurate survey information; maintaining equipment and inventories; and performing other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Levels runs as directed by the Survey Crew Party Chief
  • Set control points and benchmarks
  • Determines elevations and laying out stakes.
  • Operates all survey equipment, including Total Station and GPS Data Collector.
  • Sets up the instrument for data collection or level runs
  • Marks points of measurement with elevation, station number, ID numbers, or other marks.
  • Assists Survey Party Crew Chief as requested.
  • Cuts and clears brush from survey lines; loads and unloads equipment.
  • Proficiency with operation of total robotic stations, data collectors and GPS systems
  • Plans and conducts topographical surveys, takes cross section
  • Supervises additional staff members assisting in survey assignments
  • Perform other duties as assigned


COMPETENCIES:
• Ability to work independently as well as with a crew
• Can work effectively as a team player.
• Ability to build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect for our stakeholders.
• Shows insight into the root causes of problems. Generates a range of solutions and courses of action with benefits, costs, and risks associated with each.
• Considers both short and long-term interests of the client in making decisions.
• Demonstrates a professional demeanor, high ethical standards, respect, and commitment to service excellence.
• Able to understand the perspective of others before making decisions and taking action.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Associate's degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Job Classification: Non-Exempt

Licensure: N/A

Experience: Typically 5+ years

Report to: Survey Crew Supervisor or Department Head

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Technical Skills: Knowledge of local government agency standards, specifically IDOT and Illinois Tollway, Detail oriented. Knowledge of Boundary Survey, ALTA and Construction Survey.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Oversee lower level trainees and crew members

Physical Demands: Must be able to sit, walk, stand, reach with hands and arms, stoop or kneel, climb or balance, talk or hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, or control. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds on occasion

Working Environment: Work outside extensively and can be exposed to all types of weather
Required driving to job sites in Illinois and Wisconsin may result in a long commute, must possess a valid license.

Continuing Education: Complete state-required competency. Attend job-related seminars and workshops.

Pay Range: $35.00 - $41.00 per hour

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

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