What are the responsibilities and job description for the SURVEY TECHNICIAN (TRAVELING) position at Spalding DeDecker Associates, Inc?
ABOUT THE POSITION
Traveling position for out-of-town assignments. Successful applicants can reside anywhere in the United States and do not need to relocate.
Spalding DeDecker, an employee-owned surveying and civil engineering firm, is celebrating 70 years of business because of our employees. We look to hire skilled, professional, and innovative individuals who will add expertise and integrity to our team, and we provide an exemplary place to work. We are a dynamic organization that believes in rewarding strong performance; each member of our team can grow as far as each of their abilities will take them! We are seeking a Survey Technician to assist our Survey Crew Chiefs in any and all aspects of fieldwork. In this position, you’ll primarily be working in the field operating survey equipment and instruments and may operate trucks as directed by the Crew Chief on your project. Typical projects include construction layout and as-built measurements on heavy-civil and industrial projects located across the United States. We focus on surveying for steel erectors, general contractors, and construction managers. In this position, you’ll have the opportunity to build a solid understanding of the art of Land Surveying through hands-on work experience! You will be learning a specialized aspect of surveying, with a focus on extreme accuracy in measurement and techniques that are tailored to particular components of the construction process that demand precise positional tolerances.
We regularly have out-of-town projects that we need to support. The successful candidate will work on these projects for varying lengths of time. This could be three or four weeks on/one week off or other schedules, depending on the assignment and situation. We offer generous per-dem for food and lodging, travel bonuses, paid travel time and expenses from and to remote work locations, and competitive pay. The successful candidate will travel to and from the job assignments from their residence, and there is no need to relocate for the position.
Spalding DeDecker offers competitive pay and outstanding Benefits, with wages determined based on education and/or specific/relevant experience.
We currently have a large project in Bay Minette, Alabama, but other assignments are possible.
REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or GED required; some college preferred
Willingness to learn on the job
Strong attention to detail and thorough follow-through skills.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ability to demonstrate accuracy, quality, and thoroughness
The operation, maintaining, and organizing of trucks
Safety awareness / Prepared for work every day
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work outdoors in all weather elements and conditions
Work overtime hours when needed and travel if the project requires it.
Take directions well and communicate effectively.
Stand and walk frequently; lift and carry equipment; use hands to handle tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch.
May also work at heights, on ladders, lifts, or scaffolding as required.
TWO WAYS TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should forward resumes send via email (SDACareers@sda-eng.com)
If emailing, please include the position(s) applying for in the subject line.
Please – NO telephone calls. Thank you.
Spalding DeDecker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage minority applicants to ensure a diverse and well-balanced workforce.
Spalding DeDecker is a drug-free workplace. All employees participate in pre-employment, annual, and random screening for illicit drugs and alcohol.
Traveling position for out-of-town assignments. Successful applicants can reside anywhere in the United States and do not need to relocate.
Spalding DeDecker, an employee-owned surveying and civil engineering firm, is celebrating 70 years of business because of our employees. We look to hire skilled, professional, and innovative individuals who will add expertise and integrity to our team, and we provide an exemplary place to work. We are a dynamic organization that believes in rewarding strong performance; each member of our team can grow as far as each of their abilities will take them! We are seeking a Survey Technician to assist our Survey Crew Chiefs in any and all aspects of fieldwork. In this position, you’ll primarily be working in the field operating survey equipment and instruments and may operate trucks as directed by the Crew Chief on your project. Typical projects include construction layout and as-built measurements on heavy-civil and industrial projects located across the United States. We focus on surveying for steel erectors, general contractors, and construction managers. In this position, you’ll have the opportunity to build a solid understanding of the art of Land Surveying through hands-on work experience! You will be learning a specialized aspect of surveying, with a focus on extreme accuracy in measurement and techniques that are tailored to particular components of the construction process that demand precise positional tolerances.
We regularly have out-of-town projects that we need to support. The successful candidate will work on these projects for varying lengths of time. This could be three or four weeks on/one week off or other schedules, depending on the assignment and situation. We offer generous per-dem for food and lodging, travel bonuses, paid travel time and expenses from and to remote work locations, and competitive pay. The successful candidate will travel to and from the job assignments from their residence, and there is no need to relocate for the position.
Spalding DeDecker offers competitive pay and outstanding Benefits, with wages determined based on education and/or specific/relevant experience.
We currently have a large project in Bay Minette, Alabama, but other assignments are possible.
REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or GED required; some college preferred
Willingness to learn on the job
Strong attention to detail and thorough follow-through skills.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ability to demonstrate accuracy, quality, and thoroughness
The operation, maintaining, and organizing of trucks
Safety awareness / Prepared for work every day
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work outdoors in all weather elements and conditions
Work overtime hours when needed and travel if the project requires it.
Take directions well and communicate effectively.
Stand and walk frequently; lift and carry equipment; use hands to handle tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch.
May also work at heights, on ladders, lifts, or scaffolding as required.
TWO WAYS TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should forward resumes send via email (SDACareers@sda-eng.com)
If emailing, please include the position(s) applying for in the subject line.
Please – NO telephone calls. Thank you.
Spalding DeDecker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage minority applicants to ensure a diverse and well-balanced workforce.
Spalding DeDecker is a drug-free workplace. All employees participate in pre-employment, annual, and random screening for illicit drugs and alcohol.
