What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Technician position at Valdes Architecture & Engineering?
Survey Technician will collect data in the field for a broad range of projects and assist in the office with calculations, post-processing, and drafting. This position will require short periods of travel.
Responsibilities
Conduct the necessary field work based on the details and requirements of the project
Document the results of field work to assist current and future projects
Participate in discussions related to projects
Assist with post-processing of field data in order to be output in the desired format
Produce drawings or modify drawings by using markups from supervisor or senior staff member
Review drawings comprised of survey data for quality and completeness
Basic understanding of AutoCAD, and other design software
Learn and apply Valdes and client CAD standards
Completing assigned work within the approved budget and schedule and in accordance with all applicable quality procedures
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High School diploma required, associate degree or higher is preferred.
Experience utilizing Total Station, GPS, 3D scanner, and CAD software is preferred, but not required.
Field environment: Must be able to perform associated work duties at on-site locations that may be out of town. Duties will include the ability to push/pull, lift approximately 20-50 lbs., and climb stairs and vertical ladders. Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
Office environment: must be able to perform frequent repetitive tasks and be able to sit at and operate a computer for 70% or more of the day.
Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future
Technical Competencies
Good oral and written communication skills
Understanding of the basic principles of individual’s technical department
Knows when to seek assistance on their assignments and when to take initiative
Has ability to communicate technical information to management and client
Understanding and use of CAD, or specific software in their specialty and advanced level of knowledge in Microsoft Office software
Salary : $50,000 - $70,000
