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Survey Crew Chief - Travel Required

SGC Engineering LLC
Pittsfield, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/5/2025

SGC is a renowned survey engineering firm that excels in delivering exceptional results through precision, accuracy, and innovative solutions. With a stellar reputation and a team of dedicated professionals, SGC is a trusted partner in a wide range of projects. Leveraging their technical prowess and attention to detail, SGC navigates complex challenges with ease, ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency. From mapping and boundary procedures to advanced technologies, SGC is at the forefront of the industry, shaping the future of survey engineering. With a commitment to excellence, SGC continues to redefine the boundaries of what is possible in the field, providing clients with reliable and impactful solutions.

We are currently seeking a Survey Crew Chief to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily activities of your team, maximizing efficiency, safety, and the quality of daily assignments, while ensuring the accuracy of the data collected. Your extensive knowledge of common surveying instruments and techniques, coupled with your strong leadership skills, will be essential in training and developing members of the survey crew.

  • Compensation is based on experience. This role requires travel on a regular basis.

Responsibilities of the Survey Crew Chief :

  • Conduct field work encompassing Boundary & Topographical Surveys, Construction Layout, As-Built surveys, Route surveys, Bathymetric Surveys, and Specific purpose surveying serving Energy Transmission and Distribution.
  • Utilize advanced surveying equipment, including the Robotic Trimble total station S5, Trimble GPS R10-2 or R12i, Trimble TSC5 Data Collector, and Trimble Access Field Software. Familiarity with Static and RTK survey practices and proficiency in utilizing Trimble's VRS network and FDOT's FPRN network.
  • Employ automatic and digital levels effectively.
  • Establish control networks, recover boundary monumentation, and complete site calibrations.
  • Record and sketch field notes accurately.
  • Download and compile field data sketches, as well as review raw field data for quality control purposes.
  • Ensure quality control of all survey documents, including field notes, sketches, plans, etc.
  • Supervise and maintain company vehicles and survey field equipment. Provide training and assistance to less experienced staff members.
  • Foster a robust safety culture by comprehending risks and hazards, taking appropriate action, conducting safety meetings, and reporting incidents.
  • Offer continuous mentoring, training, and support to crew members.
  • Requirements of the Survey Crew Chief :

  • Minimum of 5 years of field experience, with at least 2 years in a Survey Crew / Party Chief role.
  • Civil surveying experience required.
  • Proficiency in working with Trimble GPS (Static and RTK), Trimble, and Trimble Access.
  • Experience with or willingness to learn the use of Trimble laser scanners.
  • Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, lift, and carry heavy equipment when required.
  • Ability to comprehend work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and colleagues.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid Driver's License and a clean driving record.
  • Work Environment :

  • The work environment and environmental demands are outlined below. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
  • Travel requirement : 75-100% to field project sites.
  • Motor coordination with finger dexterity (e.g., keyboarding, machine operation) is required for a significant portion of the workday.
  • Physical effort in handling objects up to 50 pounds frequently.
  • Frequent navigation of challenging terrain requiring physical exertion.
  • This position is per-diem eligible when work is located more than 2 hours from the employee's home base. Crews can be out of town up to 5 days a week, working ten (10) hour days, occasionally 6 depending on client demands.

  • We are pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and other valuable benefits to support your well-being and future.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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