Surveying Technician II - Instrument Operator

Surveying Technician II - Instrument OperatorJohnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.Position Summary: JMT is seeking a Survey Tech II to be responsible for collection of field surveying data, and operation of specific survey instruments for the field crew.Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.Compensation for this position is $21.00 - $30.00/hour, commensurate with experience, education and certifications.

The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesSets up, adjusts, and operates surveying equipment including electronic total station, data collector, and GPS equipment, in order to measure distances, elevations and anglesPerform boundary, topography, ATLA, right of way, and route, control, and construction surveysResponsible for the operation and maintenance of survey equipment, including electronic data collectors, levels, electronic total station, GPS, and survey vehiclesRecord accurate and clear field notesDocument assignmentsCollect data using survey equipmentPerform calculationsNonessential Functions and ResponsibilitiesPerform other related duties as assignedRequired SkillsMust successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screeningValid Driver's License RequiredAble to pass Background CheckRequired ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent2+ years of relevant experienceSkills in mathematics and coordinate geometryFamiliarity with total stations, data collectors, and GPSWorking ConditionsWork is performed in the field 95% of the time.

Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.Work is performed within a general office environment 5% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking.

Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.Some travel required.Some night shift work required.BenefitsJMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceCompany paid Life and Disability InsurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysPaid Caregiver Leave Program401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Career Development ProgramsAnd more…Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.