Survey Technician

NV5 (NYSE: TIC) is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

NV5 is seeking a full-time Survey Technician, for our Alpharetta, GA office. This entry level position will assist the Crew Chief and Survey Coordinator for timely completion of assignments. Those who enjoy working outside and are looking to build a career in an exciting industry that is ever changing with the advancements in technology, should apply.

The most frequent and essential work activities include:

• →Operate the survey total station and level instruments.
• →Organize and maintain all survey field equipment.
• →Assist Crew Chief with survey files and field calculations. 
• →Transporting and setup of surveying equipment and instruments.
• →Implementing the safety plans and risk mitigation measures set forth.
• →Clear vegetation or debris as directed for surveying measurements.
• →Assist the Crew Chief in recording measurements by operating prism and level rods.
• →Perform other tasks as assigned by the Project Manager and Group Manager.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Entry level, 0+ years of experience.
• Ability to travel
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, clean background check and drug screening

• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
• Attention to detail
• Quality oriented
• Patient
• Team oriented
• Responds well to constructive criticism
• Service oriented demeanor

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the organization), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• This position will be subject to outside environmental conditions, including weather conditions such as wet and /or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments. 
• Work will primarily be in the field involving long term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards at construction and project sites.
• Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to walk over rough and uneven terrain and be able to stand up to 10-12 hours a day on occasion.
• Must have the ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.
• Weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
• Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.

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