Survey Instrument Technician

The role

The Survey Instrument Technician performs rod technician duties and operates field instruments. This role involves data collection, monitoring on-site issues, and assisting in training other technicians.

What you will do

• Reports for work at 6:50 AM each workday.
• Performs rod technician position duties.
• Learns how to use field instruments and maintains instruments in good working order.
• Operates all field instruments including levels, Theodolites and GPS equipment.
• Operates a calculator for various survey applications.
• Performs checking procedure for field information -- peg-check a level, circle closure, and double angles, etc.
• Performs Basic First Aid when required.
• Comprehends, and follows the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) safety manual.
• Runs all data collection equipment.
• Monitors project-related, on-site issues and provides input for production improvement.

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Excellent driving record
• Valid Florida driver’s license
• Must be age 21 to drive a company vehicle
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds
• May be exposed to severe weather conditions including heavy rain, hot and humid conditions and sun exposure, uneven terrain, swampy or wet areas, and may be exposed to wild animals, alligators, snakes

Nice to have

• 2 years related survey experience and/or training preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Benefits

• Company-subsidized medical and dental
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability
• 401k match
• tuition assistance
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives

Before you apply

• Sponsorship not available now or in the future

About the company

Apex Companies is a consulting and engineering firm and is a 2,000+ employee national firm with 50+ locations across the US.