Beech Island - 1151 - Surveyor - Instrumentman

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Req Id : 117387 

Opportunity Type : Craft (non-union) 

Relocation eligible : No 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Contract Hire Only for this Project : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available:  No

Job Summary

Make exact measurements and determine site layout to support all disciplines with a quality layout for unit installation. Provide data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features on or near the earth's surface for engineering, construction, and other purposes.

Key Responsibilities

. Record the results of surveys including the shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions of land or land features; 

transmits survey data to the proper files in the computer network, and be able to acquire the data for field use . Calls out reading or writes station number and reading in notebook . Marks points of measurement with elevation, station number, or other identifying mark . Measures distance between survey points with steel or cloth tape or surveyor's chain . Marks measuring points with markers, paint sticks, tacks, scratches or stakes . Verify the accuracy of survey data including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites . Adjust surveying instruments to maintain their accuracy . Calculate heights, depths, relative positions, property lines, and other characteristics of terrain or current installations . Compute geodetic measurements and interpret survey data to determine positions, shapes, and elevations of geomorphic and topographic features . Determine longitudes and latitudes of important features and boundaries in survey areas using theodolites, transits, levels, and satellite-based global positioning systems (GPS) . Holds level or stadia rod at designated points to assist in determining elevations and laying out stakes for mapmaking, construction, land, and other surveys  

Place stakes at designated points and drives them into ground at specified elevation . Cuts and clears brush and trees or other possible obstructions from line of survey . Load/unload equipment and prepare for daily jobs . Participate in all safety related processes and programs as requested  

Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries  

Understand that no job is so important that your safety and that of your crew will be compromised  

Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional  

If needed, use your stop work authority until the issue is resolved . Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed . Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions  

Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards . Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (ie back-up alarms, smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens) . Understand, support, and follow lockout tag out procedures  

Attend site specific training and assure you follow all procedures as out lined in training . Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment . Use effective verbal and written communication skills 

Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately . Listen to co-workers suggestions, safety concerns, and recommendations giving full attention to what they are saying and take the time to understand the points being made, asking questions and providing feedback when appropriate . Coordinate work with other crafts and co-workers on the job . Provide on-the-job training and/or mentoring to helpers and laborers you are working with . Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications and industry standards . Read and understand plans and specifications  

Visualize two dimensional drawings in three dimensions . With regard to that portion of the work assigned, develop complete understanding of contract plans and specifications and plan, lay-out, diagram, and install equipment 

Management Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

NCCER Site Layout 

Minimum Qualifications

At least 3 years of experience working in the industrial construction field with layout or survey responsibilities. Must have working knowledge of using mathematics to solve problems, verify mathematical calculations, gather physical survey data, document technical design details, analyze physical, survey, or geographic data, survey land to measure or determine features, create maps, determine operational criteria or specifications, calibrate scientific or technical equipment, coordinate activities with suppliers, contractors, clients, or other departments or disciplines, direct surveying activities, train personnel on proper operational procedures, calculate geographic positions from survey data. In addition, must have all necessary tools (see Rod buster tool list). Must be at least 18 years of age. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Certifications

NCCER Site Layout

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas, see and hear naturally or with correction.
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
• Requires repetitive movement.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.

Work Environment:

• Typical construction site environment.
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
• Requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

Competencies

Salary Plan

SUR: Surveying

Job Grade

200

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