What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Field Technician position at Grand Isle Shipyard, LLC?
Job Title: Survey Field Technician
Location: Houma , LA
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Mon-Fri, OT and weekends as needed
Company Overview:
Grand Isle Shipyard (GIS) is a premier oil and gas services company providing solutions to the energy sector. We specialize in offshore construction, onshore construction, and maintenance services. With over 75 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, safety, and innovation. We are expanding our Talent Acquisition team to continue driving growth and meeting the hiring demands of our fast-paced industry.
Position Summary:
Produces survey drawings, 3D models, maps and reports based on survey data.
Key Responsibilities:
· Works primarily in the field on control, boundary, right-of-way, topographic and construction
surveys
· Performs field labor related to performing all types of surveys, including land boundary,
topographic mapping, hydrographic surveys, and control surveys.
· Accurately run and adjust survey measuring instruments including levels, total stations and RTK
· GPS with electronic data collecting capabilities.
· May occasionally work in the office on drafting, research, field note reduction data analysis, and
other related survey drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3d, (Microstation, ArcGIS a plus), and other incidental survey programs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- A high school education or equivalent is required, including a background in math, geometry and
- trigonometry.
- AS or BS Degree in Surveying and Mapping highly desired.
LSIT or PLS Certification desirable
- 3D scanning experience desirable
- Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3d and similar drafting software to prepare survey maps, record of
- surveys, right-of-way maps, legal descriptions, exhibits and construction staking calculations
- required.
- Must be proficient in the use of Total Stations, GPS Receivers and data collectors,
- Must be experienced in controlling the function of surveying instruments and calculators
- Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of plans and specifications
- Demonstrated knowledge of sources of measurement errors and have thorough knowledge to
- perform analysis of survey data to ensure completeness, accuracy and precision
- Survey instrument and AutoCAD experience is desired
- MS Word and Excel experience is desired
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic sources of measurement errors
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles of survey measurement, staking and marking
- Must possess good interpersonal skills, and effective written and oral communication skills
- Attendance, punctuality and reliability are essential requirements
- Must be able to work in inclement weather in all environments
- Must represent GIS Engineering, LLC professionally and in a positive way with clients and the
- general public
- Valid Driver’s License required; must be able to meet company insurability requirements
Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Prolonged sitting or standing for long periods of time
- Frequently will lift up to 20 pounds
- Normal office environment
- Travels to sites in order to verify field conditions or for required meetings with clients
EEOC Statement:
Grand Isle Shipyard (GIS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Overtime
Ability to Commute:
- Houma, LA 70361 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Houma, LA 70361: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21