Instrument Operator- Texas - Austin, United States - WGI

WGI

Verified Company

Austin, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Overview:
We are seeking an
Instrument Operator to be part of our
Survey Team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company with outstanding benefits and future career growth.

At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do.

We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology.

As one of the nation's top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond.

WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team-player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.

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Responsibilities:

Operate and measure distances with a total station
Read horizontal and vertical angles with total station
Operate GNSS receivers
Operate digital level
Assist Field Crew Chief in accomplishing field assignments in safe and efficient manner
Operate Data Collectors as directed by Field Crew Chief to assemble Company standardized information
Become familiar with TxDOT descriptions, coding and techniques for Data Collection

Essential Job Functions:
The essential functions include but are not limited to the following duties and responsibilities, which are listed in no particular order of importance:

Accurately and efficiently clears line, establish points, tape, chain and level for field survey projects as assigned by Field Crew Chief
Hold prism pole or stadia rod at designated points to assist in determining elevations and laying out stakes for mapmaking, construction, land, and other surveys
Keep crew's assigned vehicle clean and well maintained
Report any mechanical or safety related problems to the Field Crew Chief
Keep vehicle stocked with the necessary equipment and supplies as instructed by the Field Crew Chief
Load for transportation, clean and store field surveying equipment used by the crew
Communicate and coordinate effectively with other crew members to facilitate the timely and accurate completion of assigned projects
Observe all safety guidelines and procedures, particularly when working in and around traffic or on construction sites
Respect the property rights of landowners and tenants on which the field survey work is being performed
React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned
Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company's strategic goals

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

years of previous survey experience preferred

Knowledge of basic math (addition/subtraction, multiplication and division)
Good verbal and written communication skills and the motivation to follow instructions completely and accurately while working in rough terrain and inclement weather
Valid Texas driver's license is required
Ability to travel and work out of town and out of state as needed
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a fulltime basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas

**Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work requires using a machete, shovel and sledgehammer or other appropriate tools. Lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. over rough terrain may be required. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate various pieces of field equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit, stand, walk, use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms, speak, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell. The employee must be able to get in and out of vehicle multiple times a day and drive 30 to 60 miles daily. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job.

The employee works outside in all types of weather conditions, possibly for extended periods of time. The terrain may be rough