Junior Survey Party Chief

Team Fishel, the Best Choice for Utility Engineering and Construction, is hiring an experienced Survey Instrument Operator for our Surveying & Engineering division in Stafford, VA, who is ready to advance their career through fast-paced, hands-on training to become a Survey Party Chief. 

Responsibilities

• Using GPS equipment to set control, property corner searches, topographic surveys and staking of easements and rights-of-way

• Occasional use of Total Station for the above

• Maintain equipment and supplies

• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required

• At least two years of experience using GPS equipment required

• This role is 100% field-based and requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Able to operate and train others in the use of survey equipment including conventional and electronic instruments and computers (hardware and software)

• Capable of working outdoors in various weather conditions and able to lift and transport equipment & supplies over uneven terrain

• Possess good interpersonal skills and effective written and oral communication skills

• Overnight travel may be required

• Willingness to learn all aspects of surveying

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience utilizing GPS equipment is preferred

• At least two years of experience using conventional survey equipment

• Experience reading & interpreting plats and deeds of record

• Experience recording detailed field notes & the ability to perform basic in-field calculations

Starting pay is $27 - $28 / hour depending upon experience.