The survey field service technician collects field data utilizing common surveying equipment.
Essential Functions:
Set up, adjust, and operate surveying equipment and instruments to collect field data, reporting data back to surveyors and other Wightman professionals
Measure, record, and calculate data based on instrument readings
Layout, locate and recover markings, stakes, and other such signifiers at work locations
Help create drawings and computer images of job locations
Maintain equipment and vehicles
Assist in conducting surveys to determine location of natural features and man-made structures on the surface, underground or underwater
Collect information needed to carry out new surveys using source maps, previous survey data, photographs, computer records and other relevant information
Perform manual labor such as bending, digging with a hand shovel, cutting brush for lines, carrying equipment, stakes, rebar and other items that may be heavy (5-50 lbs)
Required Traits & Characteristics:
Ability to plan, schedule work, and complete work within established budgets and deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Computer knowledge and Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work in all weather conditions and various types of physical environments
Organizational Relationships:
Reports directly to Survey Project Manager
Required Education/Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education/Experience:
Associates degree or higher
Certified Survey Technician
2+ years related experience
Travel:
Position based in Hastings or Kalamazoo
Travel may be required
About Wightman
Let’s face it: no matter your career trajectory – whether you’re just starting out, currently in a mid-level position, or are looking to accelerate your career opportunities – you want to work for a firm that does great work, gives back to their community, supports your career path, and do it all alongside people with whom you can connect. After all, you spend a third of your day at work; why do it in a place where you do not feel valued, are longing for more responsibility, or feel disconnected from your clients? If you are seeking a position at a legacy consulting firm that is wholly owned by its employees, looking to do impactful work that matters, and find a work culture that supports your family life, bring your skills to Wightman.
Our full-service architectural, civil engineering, and land surveying firm, which was established in 1946, exists to serve people and the communities in which we live. We have a dynamic team of over 200 professionals that work to analyze, advise, design, and deliver successful projects in partnership with government, education, commercial, and energy clients throughout the Great Lakes region. We offer our clients comprehensive, multi-disciplinary services including Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying, Construction Services, GIS, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Reality Capture. What does that mean? It means we design and build awe-inspiring and award-winning streetscapes and 21stcentury learning environments, inspect interstates and bridges that ensure safe travel, accurately determine boundary lines and draw topographic maps, support energy service providers grow and enhance their green and traditional infrastructure, construct data-driven mapping solutions, envision outdoor gathering spaces that foster community, and so much more.
