SAM Companies

Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief

7 days ago

PayCompetitive
LocationMelville/New York
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 7029
      Who We Are

      For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.


      Your Impact at SAM

      • Supervise a land survey crew for the daily field operations of gathering data for various surveys including boundary, topographic, and construction layout
      • Determine most efficient plan of action for data acquisition for field surveys ranging from primary control through construction layout and as-built surveys, as needed
      • Read and interpret construction drawings/plans and understand all aspects of the land survey project specifications and tolerances
      • Communicate daily with project managers, engineers, and technicians regarding land survey project schedule and work progress
      • Interact professionally with client representatives and landowners
      • Anticipate, prevent, and solve problems within authority
      • Collect/interpret survey data and document accurate field notes, sketches, and communications
      • Document all phases of land survey operations neatly and orderly
      • Prepare daily reports, time sheets, and other required paperwork
      • Maintain land surveying vehicle and field equipment
      • Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices
      • Other duties as assigned

      What You Bring to SAM

      • 5+ years of industry experience; prior crew chief experience preferred
      • Valid, current driver’s license required
      • Competent operating robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, terrestrial 3D laser scanners, automatic and digital levels, tablet PCs
      • Experience with Trimble equipment preferred
      • Strong computer, technical, and mathematical skills
      • Strong communication skills (listening, writing and verbal)
      • Proven work history, strong work ethic, and team-player attitude
      • Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments and carry up to 80lbs
      • Available to travel/stay out of town for work as needed

      Our Perks

      • Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
      • Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
      • Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
      • Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
      • Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
      • Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms

      EEO

      SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.


      Salary Maximum

      USD $45.00/per hour
      Salary Minimum

      USD $30.00/per hour
      • 5+ years of industry experience; prior crew chief experience preferred
      • Valid, current driver’s license required
      • Competent operating robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, terrestrial 3D laser scanners, automatic and digital levels, tablet PCs
      • Experience with Trimble equipment preferred
      • Strong computer, technical, and mathematical skills
      • Strong communication skills (listening, writing and verbal)
      • Proven work history, strong work ethic, and team-player attitude
      • Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments and carry up to 80lbs
      • Available to travel/stay out of town for work as needed

      • Supervise a land survey crew for the daily field operations of gathering data for various surveys including boundary, topographic, and construction layout
      • Determine most efficient plan of action for data acquisition for field surveys ranging from primary control through construction layout and as-built surveys, as needed
      • Read and interpret construction drawings/plans and understand all aspects of the land survey project specifications and tolerances
      • Communicate daily with project managers, engineers, and technicians regarding land survey project schedule and work progress
      • Interact professionally with client representatives and landowners
      • Anticipate, prevent, and solve problems within authority
      • Collect/interpret survey data and document accurate field notes, sketches, and communications
      • Document all phases of land survey operations neatly and orderly
      • Prepare daily reports, time sheets, and other required paperwork
      • Maintain land surveying vehicle and field equipment
      • Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices
      • Other duties as assigned
  • About the company

      SAM is the nation’s largest, combined geospatial and inspection services firm and the leader in our industry. We pioneer the deployment of innovative solutions for collecting and analyzing complex data across a wide range of markets and infrastructure projects.

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