What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surveyor-in-Training (S.I.T.) position at Sherwood Surveying & S.U.E.?
Sherwood Surveying & S.U.E is seeking a qualified Surveyor-in-Training (S.I.T.) at our Spring Branch, Texas location. This position will be responsible for assisting a RPLS in a variety of surveying services.
Responsibilities
- Process data collected via Global Positioning System (GPS) technology to obtain necessary results
- Perform calculations to establish coordinates for survey control and survey measurements
- Prepare tentative and final tract maps, parcel maps, Record of Survey maps, ALTA maps, corner records, right-of-way maps, and similar documents from a variety of source documents and data
- Perform field checks, correct, and supplement maps prior to delivery to a client
- Physical tasks such as pounding stakes, setting monuments, clearing line, etc.
- Read and understand title commitments, engineering and architectural plans
- Processes and reviews survey data for completeness and accuracy
- Maintains close communications with the RPLS to report survey progress, problems with and possible resolution to pertinent issues hampering project survey completion
Qualifications
- Associates in land surveying or equivalent experience, required
- B.S. Degree in land surveying is a plus
- S.I.T. registered in Texas
- 3 years minimum surveying experience
- Must be knowledgeable in the methods and techniques of cross-country utility surveying
- Must have knowledge in Global Positioning Systems (GPS) survey methods, electronic data collection, the processes and computer programs necessary for survey data review and transfer to mapping
- Physical requirements including walking over uneven terrain and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required. (NO EXCEPTIONS)
Benefits:
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Employer paid health/dental/vision insurance
- Employer paid STD/LTD
- Life Insurance
- Candidate referral bonus
- 401k retirement plan with employer match
- Paid holidays
- Earned vacation time