Description

The Survey Field Technician performs and supports Land Surveying tasks such as physical measurement and data collection on a variety assigned project sites. This role is responsible for understanding and operating Survey equipment and software to perform field work through the following duties. Typical advancement is based on the quality performance of essential duties and responsibilities. Discretionary advancement is based on employee’s actions and accomplishments. This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Duties:

       Supports Routine equipment maintenance

       Keeps track of and stocks truck with supplies as necessary 

       Assists with note taking and transfer of field notes into company database 

       Understands and operates field survey equipment and software 

       Participates in field safety trainings and ongoing meetings 

       Is aware of job hazards and reports any issues to Crew Chief on site 

       Follow and abide by the DMA employee and safety manuals

       Completes required initial and ongoing training as requested by DMA 

       Wears DMA branded Safety-Shirts and appropriate PPE when working on-site in the field

       Completes other duties as assigned 

Requirements

Required Skills:

       The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  

       The employee is regularly required to use a calculator, electronic data collector, and 2-way radio. 

Education & Experience:

       Highschool Diploma and 1-year related experience and/or training required.

o   Highschool Diploma and 3+ years related experience and/or training required (SF2).

       1 year certification from a technical school or currently enrolled in some secondary-education program or institution is preferred.