Surveyor- Freeport, TX

Role Profile JOB DETAILS Position Title Surveyor Location Freeport, TX Functionally Reports into Civil Superintendent FLSA Status Non-exempt JOB OBJECTIVE The Surveyor assists the Survey Foremen/Party Chief in the researching of historical documentation, surveying and measuring of points, elevations, lines, areas, and contours for construction, mapmaking, and land division.
REQUIREMENTS EXPERIENCE Must be able to read drawings and make any necessary calculations based on the information given.
Must be able to use Trimble software and equipment, both GPS and total station instrument.
Occupation hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the workplace.
Survey field techniques, survey language, conventional equipment, GPS equipment, and other electronic surveying equipment & accessories.
Must be able to perform land surveys for maintenance, location, and relocation of section corners through the use of GPS equipment and/or conventional surveying equipment.
Must be able to coordinate layout and checkout of each craft’s work.
Must be able get work done in a timely manner to ensure each craft can get their work done on time.
Interface with cartographers, civil engineers, and project managers to develop detail design documentation.
Examine land boundaries and property lines by researching previous land records, legal descriptions, survey records, land titles, and other documentation.
Survey the site to gather information and precise measurements on geographic, hydrographic, and topographic features.
Utilize surveying instruments such as a total stations, builder’s levels, robotics, and GPS to measure distances accurately.
Create digital maps and reports using GIS (Geographic Information Systems) technology.
Advise clients, architects, and construction managers of any on-site conditions, building defects, or potential environmental impacts within boundary lines.
Prepare reports for official property boundaries on leases, deeds, plots, and legal documents.
Perform layout work, check as-built conditions, and stake out clearing boundaries and reference points on site.
KNOWLEDGE Receive work direction, assist in effectively organizing projects, give assignments, and lead others in their work.
Communicate effectively with those contacted in the course of work.
Follow written and verbal instructions.
Read, interpret, and work from sketches, blueprints, specifications, and construction drawings.
Operate two-way radio.
Perform manual labor such as clearing brush, digging or shoveling.
Safely and efficiently operate and use associated tools and equipment.
Work as a team member and foster a cooperative work environment.
Check your own work to ensure it is done correctly.
Perform differential level work.
Perform construction surveys for area roads, bridges, buildings and other properties.
Perform basic and advanced field calculations for all aspects of survey work.
Perform all additional duties that may be assigned.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES & CAPABILITIES High level of intellectual ability.
Shares expertise with others.
Demonstrate commitment to Safety Standards.
Displays willingness to make decisions.
Supports and explains reasoning for decisions.
Makes timely decisions.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
Communicates changes effectively.
Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
Adapts to changes in work environment.
Balances team and individual responsibilities.
Uses time efficiently.
Prioritizes and plans work activities.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or equivalent PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.
Will talk and hear to communicate.
Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls and tools.
May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.
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Only: Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Norrell Construction is required.
Norrell Construction, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
**NO 3RD PARTY INQUIRES ACCEPTED.
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