What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Survey Specialist (Can Be Based Anywhere in GA) position at Georgia Power Company?
FIELD SURVEY SPECIALIST
These are remote positions, however, you will travel 90-100% of the time with significant time spent on job sites… Typically, arriving at the work site on Monday mornings & leaving Thursday afternoons.
You Will Receive a Company Vehicle.
Participation on storm evaluation and restoration teams (if necessary) will be required with little to short notice.
The field survey specialist possesses a high level of land surveying technical skills, expertise, and knowledge. The survey specialist will work to ensure Land Engineering projects are completed accurately and on schedule.
Position will be filled at appropriate level based on knowledge and experience.
This position requires statewide travel and typically works four 10-hour days per week but must be willing to work additional hours/days, as needed.
Job Requirements
Education Requirements
This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle. The following will be required if you are selected for this position:
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 10381
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
- You can be based ANYWHERE in the STATE of Georgia (GA).
These are remote positions, however, you will travel 90-100% of the time with significant time spent on job sites… Typically, arriving at the work site on Monday mornings & leaving Thursday afternoons.
You Will Receive a Company Vehicle.
Participation on storm evaluation and restoration teams (if necessary) will be required with little to short notice.
- Please review the FLEET driving verbiage at the bottom of the Job Description VERY carefully prior to applying.
The field survey specialist possesses a high level of land surveying technical skills, expertise, and knowledge. The survey specialist will work to ensure Land Engineering projects are completed accurately and on schedule.
Position will be filled at appropriate level based on knowledge and experience.
This position requires statewide travel and typically works four 10-hour days per week but must be willing to work additional hours/days, as needed.
Job Requirements
Education Requirements
- High school degree, required
- A college level bachelor’s degree is preferred in one of the following: engineering, engineering technology, surveying and mapping, geomatics or related degree.
- Land Surveying (five years minimum). This could be any combination of field and office experience (or college related course work).
- Working knowledge and use of Carlson Field Survey or comparable field survey software is required.
- Experience using global positioning systems (GPS) for land surveying is required
- Valid driver’s license
- Comprehensive knowledge of land and construction surveying concepts & techniques
- Ability to read and understand surveying and property documents and drawings
- Understanding of research needs in support of field survey (GPC Land Records research, courthouse research, etc)
- Knowledge of the various survey coordinate datums and projection systems and their differences
- Knowledge of surveying equipment and calibration techniques
- Knowledge of specific software/databases including Carlson data collection software, AutoCAD, PLSCADD
- Understanding of CADD Mapping, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning System (GPS), Precision Measurement, Statistical Analysis and Survey Network Adjustments, Transmission Line Design Elements _._
- Use of basic office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc)
- Good communication skills, ability to work with a team, multi-tasking ability, ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Coordinate onsite field surveying activities for Land Engineering projects in support of internal customers to produce required maps, terrain models, reports, etc.
- Provide necessary assistance and oversight to crews throughout the project
- Schedule & coordinate any specialized safety training needs for access to restricted areas
- Communicate company safety standards to survey field crews
- Process field data for boundary, topo, volumetric, hydrographic, etc. surveys using company specific software and perform mapping as required to complete projects
- Provide assurance/quality control for all Land Engineering field surveying products.
- Provide technical expertise and input to field and office staff.
- Interface with other Land Engineering personnel and clients to answer questions concerning projects and to communicate project details and requirements.
- Communicate project schedules by providing regular updates to Land Engineering Supervisor, Team Lead, and Land Engineering Coordinator
- Maintain client contact and attend project meetings to understand project requirements and to ensure that project schedules are met
- Update Project Database (LIMS)
- Update procedure documentation for Land Engineering processes, as needed.
- Provide training for Land Engineering production staff to ensure that field data is acquired accurately, efficiently and completely
- Long range planning to prioritize and schedule field survey projects
- Coordinate field crew schedules with Land Engineering Team Lead/Resource Scheduler
- Assist with preparing capital budget estimates for projects requiring Land Engineering activities
- Provide information to update progress schedules
- Skill to function as part of a team and to maintain a positive attitude in challenging situations
- Capacity to establish client relationships and to focus on the needs of the client
- Strong customer service and teamwork attitude
- Responsible decision maker and schedule oriented
- Strong interpersonal and negotiating skills required
- Strong communication skills
- Valid driver’s license is required
- LSIT certification or RLS is a plus
- Participation on storm evaluation and restoration teams (if necessary).
- Approximately 75% to 100% travel requirements
This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle. The following will be required if you are selected for this position:
- Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver’s license).
- Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application.
- Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 10381
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
